I'm delighted to share the results of a great commission for Waitrose magazine. The July issue (in store now) contains one of my favourite commissions from this year. The article, Gin O'Clock, looks at the new trend for small batch gins, and explores some of the botanicals, flavours and possible cocktail blends.

The commission was another chance for me to work with an illustration/photography hybrid. I partnered up with photographer, Maja Smend and art director, Kerry Wakefield to create these gorgeous images.

Willa Gebbie watercolour food illustration for Waitrose magazine with photography

Willa Gebbie food illustration for Waitrose magazine with photography

I also created these gorgeous gin bottles.

Willa Gebbie watercolour food and drink illustration; gin bottles for Waitrose magazine

We also created an illustrated backdrop which would sit behind the photographed cocktails. We wanted something that was authentic, not photoshopped, so it needed some careful planning.

Here's the images in-situ:

Food Illustrations commissioned by Waitrose magazine

Such a wonderful job to work on. And as the cherry on the cake, Waitrose magazine featured me as a contributor. Delighted! Thanks Waitrose magazine!

x, Willa