Hi I’m Bianca
I’m a surface pattern designer & illustrator based in Ballarat, Australia. I’m a mum to two boys, coffee drinker & love going for walks in nature. I love to do a bit of baking when I can & happy to sit on the couch with a warm cupper & a blanket to wind down at the end of the day.
My childhood was filled with my mum growing beautiful cottage garden flowers. I would pick them for her, along with the rest of the plant, as most young children do. But I had a love of flowers when I was young. Growing up in rural South Africa, we had a wealth of wildlife visit our back yard. From cheeky monkeys and baboons, to sweet deer, a tortoise & a porcupine, it was a bit of an adventure.
We later moved to New Zealand where the grass is green and the birds are cheerful. Little hedgehogs visit your lawn and the butterflies flutter by. My teenage years were full of sunshine, beaches & beautiful drives through the wilderness. Finally in my late teens we settled in Australia. Once again I found myself on a new adventure with new animals & plants to explore.
My Illustration Style
My connection to nature has had a big impact on the things I draw. I want to share the wonder & delight I felt as a child while watching these beautiful creatures. My style is full of whimsical details and soft playful colour palettes. I take inspiration from the woodlands, wildlife, sweet gardens and the world around me. I hope my work brings joy to the hearts of people. Delights the young at heart & creates a world of wonder for children.
My playful nature means that I love to have fun with different mediums. From watercolour, ink, markers one day to digital painting the next. What doesn’t change is the sweet nature of my work, the playful colour palettes & the themes in my work. I would describe my work as joyful, whimsical, childlike with a hit of sophistication.
Who I work with
Over the years I have worked with a range of clients to add personality & colour to their brands. I’ve collaborated to create illustrations & patterns that are printed on products. Maps for venues to show their location & surrounding attractions. Instructional illustrations to show how a product is used. I’ve also created beautiful brands, full of small details that tell a story.
My clients love the little details, they are the dreamers & creatives making their own way in a noisy world. They want to make a difference & are looking for a way to stand out. The photographers who capture memories. The tiny home builders who want to better the environment. The florists & wedding venues who help create memories. And the product brands who aim to make their customers world a better place.
If this sounds like you & you’d love to work with me on your next project I’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch with me or visit my services page to learn more about what I offer.
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