About

© Dan Bell, mapping the Wainwrights. 

Lake District based artist Dan Bell has been drafting maps since the end of 2017. His first work, an emulation of Tolkien's Middle-earth, drew much online attention and since then he has gone on to specialise in the creation of maps covering real world places with a unique fantasy theme.

After graduating from Imperial College London with a Master's degree in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation, his chance success led him down a rabbit hole of creation which he now works on full-time. He now routinely draws maps for publishers, collectors and individuals all across the world.

© Dan Bell, Crystal Palace. 

Using nothing more than traditional drawing media - pens, ink, pencil - Dan's work encourages people to see the world in a slightly different way. Launched in 2019, his latest project 'My Favourite Square' aims to create small, hyper detailed maps of unique and personal places.

© Dan Bell, Grasmere (My Favourite Square drawing). 

In his spare time Dan enjoys fell running, reading, and long walks in the outdoors. He is also a qualified mountain leader. 

© Dan Bell, Bergen, Norway.

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