Portfolio d'illustration & direction artistique
Illustratrice et directrice artistique indépendante installée en Afrique du Sud, je crée des couvertures de livres, des affiches culturelles et des carnets de voyage dessinés. Mon travail explore le dessin botanique contemporain et la direction artistique pour l'édition indépendante.
Étude visuelle de la flore sud-africaine, entre illustration scientifique et art contemporain.
Identités visuelles typographiques pour des événements artistiques au Cap.
Observations à l'encre et à l'aquarelle le long de la Garden Route.
Selected Work
A selection of recent collaborations and ongoing series, from editorial design to botanical studies. Each project documents the brief, the creative process, and the final delivery.
A visual study of indigenous South African flora
An ink and watercolor series exploring the delicate structures of fynbos and succulents.
This project began as a personal sketchbook practice, documenting the unique botanical life of the Western Cape. Over several months, I developed a visual language that combines precise ink linework with translucent watercolor washes. The series has been exhibited at a local gallery and featured in a limited-edition print run. It reflects my ongoing fascination with the intersection of scientific illustration and contemporary art.
View project →Visual identity for a month-long cultural celebration
A set of bold, typographic posters that capture the energy of the city's creative scene.
Commissioned by the festival organizers, this project involved designing a series of posters for various events, from film screenings to live music performances. I drew inspiration from the vibrant street art and the natural beauty of Table Mountain. The final designs use a limited palette of terracotta, sage, and cream, with dynamic layouts that work across digital and print. The campaign was well-received, with several posters selling out as merchandise.
View project →A visual diary of a road trip along South Africa's southern coast
Hand-drawn observations of landscapes, towns, and everyday moments from a two-week journey.
This travelogue is a collection of sketches, notes, and small watercolor studies made during a slow journey along the Garden Route. I focused on capturing the atmosphere of each place, from the misty forests of Knysna to the rugged cliffs of Tsitsikamma. The sketchbook format allows for a more intimate and spontaneous approach, documenting not just what I saw but also the thoughts and conversations that shaped the trip. It has become a source of inspiration for larger studio works.
View project →Commissions ouvertes
Chaque commande commence par une conversation. Ensemble, nous définissons le sujet, le format et la technique — encre, aquarelle ou crayon — pour créer une pièce unique qui trouve sa place chez vous.
Réponse sous 48h · Devis personnalisé selon le format
Why this portfolio stands apart
Every commission starts with a conversation about the subject, the context, and the feeling you want the final piece to carry. The work is documented from first sketch to final scan, so you always know where your project stands.
Each series includes the initial pencil studies, ink linework, and watercolor layering stages. You see how a botanical plate or a festival poster evolves, not just the finished file. This transparency is what publishers and festival organizers mention most when they return for a second project.
The work draws directly on the fynbos of the Western Cape, the street typography of Cape Town, and the quiet landscapes of the Garden Route. That local reference gives the illustrations a distinct voice, whether they appear on a book cover, an event poster, or a limited-edition print.
Illustration and layout are treated as one problem. A cover design considers the spine, the type placement, and the paper texture before the paint is mixed. This habit comes from years of working with independent publishers who need artwork that functions in print, not just on screen.
Recent commissions include poster series for the Cape Town Arts Festival, cover artwork for a small poetry press, and a custom botanical portrait for a private collector. Each project is delivered with a short written note on the creative decisions, so the client understands the rationale behind the final piece.
You describe the subject, the format, and the deadline. I respond with a rough timeline, a price range based on the scope, and a few questions about the context. After an initial sketch is approved, the work proceeds in clear stages with checkpoints for feedback. The final delivery includes a high-resolution scan, a short process note, and reproduction rights as agreed.
Recommended reading
A selection of recent work and observations from the studio, chosen to complement the piece you are currently viewing.
Botanical
A visual study of indigenous South African flora
An ink and watercolor series exploring the delicate structures of fynbos and succulents, developed from a personal sketchbook practice.
Editorial
Visual identity for a month-long cultural celebration
A set of bold, typographic posters capturing the energy of the city's creative scene, with a limited palette of terracotta, sage, and cream.
Travel
A visual diary of a road trip along South Africa's southern coast
Hand-drawn observations of landscapes, towns, and everyday moments from a two-week journey, documenting both sights and conversations.