Wildlife Safari T-Shirt Design

Watalii Safaris is about to launch its first merch line and I need a graphic that instantly transports first-time travelers to the savannas we explore. The concept is unmistakably wildlife and nature-themed: think graceful giraffes, majestic elephants, and powerful lions interacting naturally rather than looking like clip-art. I’m picturing an earthy palette—browns, muted greens, and warm tans—that echoes real safari colors while staying print-friendly on both light and dark fabric.

I rely on clean, scalable vector artwork, so building the illustration in Adobe Illustrator (or an equivalent vector platform) is essential. Hand-drawn elements are welcome as long as the final file is delivered as an editable vector. Subtle text treatments such as the brand name “Watalii Safaris” or a short, adventurous tagline can be woven in, but the animals remain the heroes of the piece.

Deliverables
• Editable vector file (AI, EPS or SVG)
• High-resolution PNG with transparent background
• Mock-up on a unisex t-shirt (front view) to preview placement and scale

Acceptance criteria
• All animals clearly identifiable and anatomically correct
• Earth-tone color scheme only—no bright or neon accents
• Design prints cleanly at 12” wide without losing detail

If you love capturing the spirit of the wild in stylish, wearable art, I’d love to see your approach and portfolio samples.