About Us

Wayward is a one-woman show run by me, Emma!

I've always had a passion for creativity, and after a decade of trying to follow a "traditional career path," at the end of 2017 it was time to do things my way. I said goodbye to my amazing charity job to follow my long-term dream of making art for a living and in 2020 Wayward was born.

Growing up in a single-parent household, art was a real luxury — most of what we had was made by me, including many murals on my bedroom wall. That's why it's always been important to me to make art that's accessible, starting at a low price point.

My work has always been rooted in a passion for travel, music, and tattoos — celebrating life and the inevitability of death. Hence all the skulls, moths, and nature. But over time it's grown into something with its own mythology.

Right now I'm deep in the world of gothic fantasy illustration — hand made screen prints bookmarks, vinyl stickers, fantasy postcards, and art prints. The Knight Tales universe has taken on a life of its own: knights, dragons, gargoyles, and the dark magic of Edinburgh's streets and skyline. It's story-led, mood-driven work that I hope feels like stepping into another world.

Moving from East London to Edinburgh — where I have my own studio at Coburg House — gave me the space to get experimental. Screen printing, larger format work, and building out full illustrated universes are now my main focus.

Making products that last is central to everything I do. I spend a stupid long time researching suppliers, for both quality and environmental reasons. All packaging is biodegradable or recyclable, I use recycled paper, local suppliers, and print to order where possible. I'm always learning and trying to do better.

Wayward — the dictionary definition is "difficult to control or predict because of wilful behaviour." Which sounds about right.

Wayward is a celebration of doing things your way.