Anna Stead

Anna is a highly experienced illustrator working from the beautiful Cotswolds in the UK.

Drawing inspiration from nature, folklore, history, literature, and the mythic arts, Anna creates richly detailed worlds full of atmosphere.

With a background in medieval studies and a deep love of fantasy literature, Anna’s artwork has found great success on book covers, non-fiction books, mythology titles, and art for luxury food packaging.

Clients include Simon & Schuster, Quarto, Penguin Random House, Michael O’Mara Books, Flame Tree Publishing, Museums & Galleries, Amber Lotus, Gibsons Puzzles,

Zazous Editions, and Churchill’s Confectionery.

Anna loves to illustrate themes connected with fairytales, myths or legends. With two degrees in Medieval History, she truly knows her subject.