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How West London inspires the design of my local area art prints

  • Writer: Fiona
    Fiona
  • 8 hours ago
  • 2 min read

One of my favourite parts of being a designer is celebrating the places that mean something to people. Whether it's where you grew up, where you fell in love, or simply the postcode you proudly call home – local areas have a powerful way of holding memories. That’s exactly what inspired me to start designing my West London Prints.


Hanwell art print featuring the iconic Hanwell Viaduct – part of the London area print collection
A local icon in print – the Hanwell Viaduct had to make an appearance in this design

A love letter to local life

I live and work in Ealing, West London, and it’s always been a huge source of inspiration. From the beautiful green parks to the bustling broadway, there's a creative energy here that’s hard to explain but easy to feel. I started sketching local landmarks, adding nods to everyday sights and special spots – and before I knew it, I had a growing collection of prints that people started recognising and connecting with.


Gallery of West London prints – including Hanwell, Chiswick, Acton, Kew, Richmond and more
A colourful collection of local area prints including Ruislip, Richmond, Chiswick, Hanwell, Twickenham and Kew Green – celebrate where you live or where you love

What makes a local print?

Each print is designed to reflect the spirit of a neighbourhood. It could be a local park, a well-loved high street, or even a feeling – like the buzz of a Sunday morning coffee run or the quiet calm of a leafy lane. I mix hand-drawn elements with bold, retro-inspired graphics and type to create something that feels modern, but still full of character. And the best bit? They're personal. Every postcode has its own story, and I love helping people capture that in a piece of art.


Why people love them

These prints make brilliant gifts – especially for birthdays, housewarmings, or those moments when someone moves away and wants to take a little piece of home with them. I’ve had customers commission prints for weddings, anniversaries, and even as leaving presents for colleagues. Because they’re customisable, you can add names, dates or personal messages to make them truly one-of-a-kind.


Ruislip Word Art Print in bold typography – a graphic print celebrating West London
Bold and bright: The Ruislip word art print brings this much-loved West London area to life
Typographic Acton print perfect for lovers of West London
Acton in type – a bold, graphic tribute to one of London’s most characterful neighbourhoods

West London and beyond

While I started with areas close to home – like Ealing, Acton, Hanwell and Chiswick – the collection has grown thanks to customer requests. I’ve now designed prints for places all over London, from Columbia Road to Covent Garden. Each one starts with a conversation, and I love hearing what makes your local area special.


London Markets Trio art print featuring Covent Garden Market, Portobello Road, and Columbia Road Flower Market
From flowers to food and vintage finds – this vibrant trio print celebrates three of London’s most iconic markets: Covent Garden, Columbia Road, and Portobello Road

Want to order your own?

You can browse some of the ready-made London area prints on the site, or if you’ve got somewhere specific in mind, just drop me a message to start a custom order. Whether it’s a single street or an entire town, I’d love to help you turn it into a piece of art you’ll treasure.



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