About the Artist
Hi, I'm Marlies, an illustrator from the Netherlands, specializing in illustration for
(wooden)toys, creativity sets, games, stickers and tableware.
(wooden)toys, creativity sets, games, stickers and tableware.
My Inspiration
I've always been drawn to nostalgia, playful characters, and retro colour palettes.
This is my inspiration for the illustrations that feel both familiar and fresh.
That retro thread runs through everything I make,
whether it ends up on a toy box, a lunchbox, or in a personal sketch.
This is my inspiration for the illustrations that feel both familiar and fresh.
That retro thread runs through everything I make,
whether it ends up on a toy box, a lunchbox, or in a personal sketch.
From Product to Personal Work
Most of my work is created for commission: bold, characterful illustration,
made to bring toys, games, puzzles and tableware to life.
Alongside that, I keep exploring other styles purely for myself, painterly scenes and hand-drawn line work you can find under Personal Work. Same roots, different outlets.
made to bring toys, games, puzzles and tableware to life.
Alongside that, I keep exploring other styles purely for myself, painterly scenes and hand-drawn line work you can find under Personal Work. Same roots, different outlets.
"If my story and illustrations spark your interest, I’d love to hear from you.
Let’s explore how we can collaborate."
Let’s explore how we can collaborate."
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