What inspired you to become an artist, and when did you first realise that you wanted to pursue this career path?
I have drawn since I was a child, on everything! It was really a problem as a child because when I didn't have paper I would draw on the walls at home, or on dolls. I have a degree in Anthropology but study illustrations too, and when my daughter was born I decided to pursue this career!
What are some of your favourite materials and mediums to work with, and why do you prefer them?
I do hand draw, but mostly I make digital artworks. I draw then scan the drawing into my computer. Since most of my work is pattern design, I use Illustrator and Photoshop, and have recently started to use procreate.
How would you describe your artistic style, and how has it evolved over time?
I like to do retro patterns filled with fun shapes and using vintage colours. Every once in a while, I create playful collages. I love bright retro-style colours, so I think right now I have a mid-century-modern aesthetic, I love design and art from that period in time. When I started selling my art I wanted to do something different, but along the way I found this style, although I think style is always evolving over time, the fun thing about the creative process is that we are always learning, and that changes the way we see things and do stuff.
What themes or ideas do you explore in your artwork, and why are they important to you?
When I start doing a work, I have an idea, but they can get very complex, and so I like to make it simpler by using abstract and geometric concepts to focus it. Some artworks I have created are very intuitive, since I have this need to create. I will sometimes start with a blank canvas and add shapes and colours until I get to a point I like.
What challenges have you faced in your artistic career, and how have you overcome them?
As I work as a pattern designer, trends are very important to look at, it's always a challenge to have this equilibrium between the style I use and what's trending. I love to create but find making my work accessible for different audiences quite challenging and time consuming and it takes my time away from creation.
Who are some artists or other creative figures that have influenced your work, and how have they inspired you?
My favourite artist is Paul Klee, I love all types of art but especially bauhaus, surrealist and abstract movements.
How do you stay motivated and inspired when you hit a creative block or rough patch?
I do nothing, in fact I wait or go and do something different. I think if that happens it's because we need a time-out.
What advice would you give to aspiring artists who are just starting out on their artistic journeys?
Do what you love, try not to get stuck on trends, blend them into your style! Keep an open mind, we are always learning and evolving. Do not give up there's a place for everyone!
What are your goals for your art in the future, and where do you see your career going in the next few years?
I want to keep designing and selling my art, it makes me happy creating and seeing people buying my art.
What's your favourite piece that you sell on Fy! and why?
I have several but these two are the ones I love the most https://www.iamfy.co/product/mid-mod-waves-art-print https://www.iamfy.co/product/cute-dog-art-print
Which other artists on the Fy! platform do you love?
Susana Paz, Dominique Vari, Andy Westface, Elisabeth Fredriksson, Frank Moth and so so so many more!
How do you see your art contributing to the wider cultural conversation, and what message or themes do you hope to convey through your work?
The works I have on Fy! are mostly abstract and what I love about them is that they create space for people to contemplate their own thoughts. In order to achieve critical thinking one needs to empty their mind, theses days there's a lot of messages telling people what they should think or feel but I think it's important that people have time to think for themselves.
