
My Story

Early Painting stages:
Thirteen years ago, my journey with the art of "Trompe L'oeil" oil-painting began in Brussels. This style of painting sparked my passion for visual arts. Seeking to broaden my horizons, I moved to Paris, where I initially studied illustration before switching to communication design, ultimately earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. My time in Paris also included working at a visual communication agency, where I honed my skills and developed a deeper understanding of design.
Trompe L'oeil Painting of wood and marble, with gold leaf – 2009

My next chapter unfolded in Berlin, where I joined a startup as a graphic designer. The bustling creative scene in Berlin inspired me to do my own thing, and I eventually transitioned to freelancing, which allowed me more flexibility to explore different creative avenues. During the pandemic, I moved to Lisbon and a new opportunity arose when I created watercolour wedding invitations for two friends. This experience reignited my love for illustration and set me on a new path. Realising that my true passion lay in illustrating, I began re-focusing on creating illustrated children's books—a dream that had been with me since my university days in Paris, where I illustrated my first two books.
WEdding INvitation for a friend, 2020

Creating the Now
Today, I am fully immersed in the world of children's book illustration, working on a new project with a sense of confidence and purpose that I hadn't felt before. The journey has been long and winding, filled with moments of self-doubt and discovery. However, I am now on the cusp of releasing my latest works, set to come out in Q4 of 2024. I invite you to stay tuned and join me as I bring these stories to life, sharing the magic of picture book illustration.
"Salomon the little Salamander", written and produced by H.G. Morice Young, 2013
Collections
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Stationery: Illustrated Greeting Letter Cards and Envelopes
Explore the "Vier Jahreszeiten" (Four Seasons) illustrated letter paper collection. Available in...
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Illustrated Christmas Stationery
Experience the magic of the holiday season with two illustrated Christmas stationery...
Blog posts
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How do I create Characters for Children Books?
Creating characters for a children’s book can be both fun and challenging. The goal is to craft characters that captivate young readers, with engaging personalities and designs that spark imagination....
How do I create Characters for Children Books?
Creating characters for a children’s book can be both fun and challenging. The goal is to craft characters that captivate young readers, with engaging personalities and designs that spark imagination....
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Trompe l'Oeil: Painting a Mural of a Beech Tree...
Dear aspiring muralists! If you're ready to take your painting skills to the next level and create a breathtaking "Trompe L'oeil" masterpiece, you're in for a treat. Today, I'm going...
Trompe l'Oeil: Painting a Mural of a Beech Tree...
Dear aspiring muralists! If you're ready to take your painting skills to the next level and create a breathtaking "Trompe L'oeil" masterpiece, you're in for a treat. Today, I'm going...
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Children Book Illustration: "Salomon the Little...
Hey there, fellow bookworms! Today, I'm thrilled to take you on a journey into the enchanting kid's picture book world of "Salomon the Little Salamander," a delightful tale penned...
Children Book Illustration: "Salomon the Little...
Hey there, fellow bookworms! Today, I'm thrilled to take you on a journey into the enchanting kid's picture book world of "Salomon the Little Salamander," a delightful tale penned...