Brilliant customer service from the start with an easy website to navigate. Unfortunately when my order arrived the print was damaged, contacted Carol who sent another out for me straight away and kept me updated along the way. Absolutely fantastic service. Thank you. - Kim S, Pontefract
Illustrated Birds mounted foamex print - lightweight, contemporary and available up to 45in x 30in.
The clean lines, subtle neutral palette, and elegant composition make this illustration particularly well suited to wall art. Ideal for living rooms, hallways, home offices, or coastal and nature-inspired interiors, it creates a sophisticated focal point that celebrates one of Britain's most distinctive wetland birds.
The grey heron (Ardea cinerea) is one of Britain's largest and most recognisable wading birds, commonly found beside rivers, lakes, wetlands, and estuaries. Instantly identified by its long neck, dagger-like yellow bill, and elegant grey plumage, it is a patient hunter, often standing motionless before striking at fish, amphibians, and other aquatic prey. Its graceful silhouette has made it an enduring symbol of Britain's waterways.
This original digital illustration portrays a grey heron standing alert, highlighting its distinctive proportions, layered feather detail, and elegant posture. Created using clean, contemporary shapes with carefully defined colour blocks and fine feather detailing, the artwork captures the quiet elegance of this iconic bird in a modern illustrative style.
Enjoy a premium photographic print with three paper options, each designed to suit different lighting conditions and artistic preferences:
Each print is mounted onto black, 3mm Foamex - an ultra-durable, moisture-resistant PVC substrate that remains lightweight yet rigid. Perfect for displaying on an easel or mounting with the included Velcro strips, without the need for framing.
Supplied without a border unless otherwise specified.
Optional lamination is available in satin or gloss to match your selected paper, providing extra protection against moisture and handling. However, lamination is not recommended for Fine Art Matt paper, as it will obscure its authentic texture.
Grey Heron Illustration illustrated birds foam backed prints are printed to order and usually shipped within 3-4 business days. Please allow a further 2-3 days from the despatch date to receive your item (not including weekends or bank holidays).
Prices shown are inclusive of delivery to Mainland UK. Shipping to other available areas calculated at checkout.
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Loved this image of our wedding day and was appropriate for our anniversary too...
Brilliant customer service from the start with an easy website to navigate. Unfortunately when my order arrived the print was damaged, contacted Carol who sent another out for me straight away and kept me updated along the way. Absolutely fantastic service. Thank you.
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Thank you so very much the mugs are really lovely and you have kept me informed how my order was doing right up to the delivery, your service is 1st class and I will be doing business with you again.
Brilliant! My print is beautiful. I initially ordered the wrong product due to my own error but Carol was so supportive and helpful I cannot recommend her/this company enough.
