Illustrated worlds for products, pages and spaces.
Storytelling-driven illustration for licensing, commissions and narrative mural art.
The Fox and the Westwind is an illustration studio dedicated to creating narrative visual worlds. Drawing inspiration from nature, history, music and imagined places, each artwork is conceived with the intention to exist beyond the image itself. The illustrations are designed to be lived with, appearing on products, inhabiting spaces and unfolding across printed matter while retaining a sense of coherence and story.
Licensable illustrated worlds & assets
A curated collection of repeat patterns, spot illustrations and visual motifs available for licensing. Designed for brands seeking distinctive, story-rich artwork for products and collections.
Narrative mural art
Large-scale illustrations for public and private spaces. Each mural is conceived as a site-specific story, connecting place, atmosphere and identity.
Commissioned illustration projects
From editorial illustrations to cohesive visual series – commissioned work is developed in close dialogue, with a strong focus on narrative depth and visual clarity.
Selected Work
Stories you can live with(in).
About the studio
The Fox and the Westwind is led by German illustrator and visual storyteller Stella Aschenbrenner. Drawing on a background in illustration, fashion, graphic design and art direction, the studio combines artistic depth with a clear sense for professional application.
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