Bestiaries have been used to record and interpret the natural and imagined world for over a thousand years. In medieval Europe, they combined artistry with moral lessons, turning animals into symbols of human behaviour. The Vault Editions Bestiary continues that tradition for a new generation of creatives. This collection brings together fifty creatures drawn from mythology, legend, and medieval art. Each entry connects historical sources with contemporary artistic insight to inspire new drawing, storytelling, and design ideas.

It’s autumn for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, and this time of year is especially inspiring for artists and designers; the sunlight flattens and cools the day’s colours, nights darken and draw in earlier, and the trees slowly turn from green to gold. It’s the perfect season to explore themes of transformation, texture, and impermanence in your work. If you’re feeling inspired by the shifting light and fading colour, here are five ideas for you to get started

Want to learn how to draw a skull step by step? Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking for an easy skull drawing tutorial, this guide will walk you through the process of sketching a human skull from the front view. You'll learn how to build the basic structure using simple shapes and draw accurate features, such as the eye sockets, nasal cavity, and teeth.

Italian printmaker Filippo Morghen created a series of surreal engravings depicting a fictional journey to the moon, blending scientific curiosity with whimsical fantasy. His prints show pumpkin houses in trees, giant butterflies, and strange machines. At Vault Editions, we’re drawn to forgotten works like Morghen’s that inspire imagination and creative reinterpretation. This article explores his creative vision and why it still resonates with artists today. Let's go!

In this article, we explore how animals were embedded into the art and artefacts of the ancient world, and offer inspiration for artists and designers today looking to bring more profound meaning and add visual impact to their work. Let's go!

Learn how to create a surreal, repeating nested effect where a skull emerges from the head of a portrait that can continue to loop infinitely. It's a fast, impactful technique that blends historical imagery with bold, graphic elements. Lets go!

Clavis Artis stands out as a particularly mysterious work among the enigmatic texts of the alchemical tradition. Written in German and Latin, it is often attributed to the late 17th or early 18th century. The manuscript serves as both a practical guide and a philosophical treatise on alchemy, but what makes it truly remarkable is its rich collection of illustrations. 

From the stylised forms of ancient civilisations to the flowing organic curves of Art Nouveau, botanical themes have left an enduring mark on art and design. In this article, we'll discuss stunning historical examples of ornamental design and discover ways to incorporate botanical elements into your creative work. Let's go!

Throughout history, artists have been captivated by the mystique of serpents. Snake symbolism carries many meanings, embodying power, wisdom, transformation, and danger. Whether depicted as divine protectors, agents of healing, or harbingers of destruction, these creatures have played a pivotal role in visual storytelling. This article delves into the symbolic significance of snakes from the perspective of three iconic artists. Let's go!