Let us introduce you to Ana, a brilliant illustrator and ceramicist from Portugal whose work is bound to make your Nimki-loving heart skip a beat! Known for her playful use of colour, bold designs, and whimsical characters, Ana brings creativity to life in the most delightful ways. We had a fun little chat with her, and you won’t want to miss the creative gems she shared. Scroll down to read our mini interview and get ready to feel inspired!
As a creative, I must say that I love the "butterflies in my stomach" feeling when I think of something new to do next. I love the excitement of a new idea and the process to make it work.
Can you describe your art in one sentence?
I make colourful and fun illustrations and ceramic pieces, that spread a happy mood and childlike joy to everyone around them.
Where do you go to for inspiration?
I believe that my work is very inspired by my childhood books, toys, games and everything I was surrounded by when I was a kid. Colourful images, quirky characters, bold shapes and balanced compositions always strike my attention.
To exercise my creativity I like to get out of the daily day business. It is important for me to stay by myself, quiet, sit at a terrace or by the sea, and focus on the surroundings - then I need my notebook and sketchpad and just have a moment to myself, where I can draw and bring ideas to the paper.

What is your favourite part of your process?
As a creative, I must say that I love the "butterflies in my stomach" feeling when I think of something new to do next. I love the excitement of a new idea and the process to make it work.
But I also love it when my illustrations or pieces brighten up someone's day :)