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Hanneke Rozemuller’s digital illustrations turn the common into the extraordinary on her mission to infuse daily life with magic. Admitting her affinity for depicting heads as a way of exploring the belief systems of other people, the Dutch artist relies on her intuition to unpack what lies beneath and spin it her way. Read today’s interview to learn about her creative trajectory, process, and views on art in a digital world.

Angie Hoffmeister’s works intertwine the worlds of visual art and literature, and illustrate how genuine craftsmanship easily trumps today’s digitalism. Read today’s interview to learn about her creative process and artistic trajectory, alongside the flexibility and warm humanity the German artist shows in delivering her unique, moody artworks for both literary classics and booktok favorites.

Bessa’s playful compositions reflect the joy that illustrating gives her. In the acclaimed artist’s words, reality is boring, and her exaggerated pieces show a way out: do what you love the best you can, and turn the everyday into play. Read today’s interview for a deep dive into her creative journey, how she settled on vector art, and even how she decided on her alter ego.

Sibel Balac’s playful illustrations and animations showcase her love for travel and intercultural dialogue. The German-Turkish artist plays with traditional notions of femininity to create new and affirmative interpretations of self-love and positive embodiment. Dive into today’s upbeat feature to learn about Sibel’s inspirations, ongoing projects, and future aspirations.