Hey there!
I'm Inês Dinis, a freelance illustrator from Coimbra, Portugal. I've worked as a Computer Engineer, but my passion for colourful paints and handmade crafts was bigger than me, so now I'm doing my best to pursue art full time.
I love traditional media and like to play with gouache, watercolours, markers, coloured pencils, ink and cutting paper.
My work explores whimsical worlds and characters who live surrounded by nature. One moment you can find yourself sitting in a cosy cabin, drinking tea and chatting with a wizard pigeon. Another day you might be traveling through a forest with a talking cat as your companion.
Some favourite projects: picture books, illustrated educational books, chapter books covers/interiors, stationery and greeting cards, and illustrated textiles and home decor. I also love to take part in short projects like illustrated video intros, custom portraits and wedding card decorations.
About me:
When I'm not making art, I'm knitting new scarves and beanies, testing new recipes, taking long walks with my boyfriend, Andrey, until our feet get sore for days, checking children's books at book shops, meeting cat and pigeon friends in the city and reading lots of books. One day I'd like to live surrounded by nature, maybe own a couple of chickens and pigeons, and spend my days creating things that bring people joy.
I'm Inês Dinis, a freelance illustrator from Coimbra, Portugal. I've worked as a Computer Engineer, but my passion for colourful paints and handmade crafts was bigger than me, so now I'm doing my best to pursue art full time.
I love traditional media and like to play with gouache, watercolours, markers, coloured pencils, ink and cutting paper.
My work explores whimsical worlds and characters who live surrounded by nature. One moment you can find yourself sitting in a cosy cabin, drinking tea and chatting with a wizard pigeon. Another day you might be traveling through a forest with a talking cat as your companion.
Some favourite projects: picture books, illustrated educational books, chapter books covers/interiors, stationery and greeting cards, and illustrated textiles and home decor. I also love to take part in short projects like illustrated video intros, custom portraits and wedding card decorations.
About me:
- From and current location: Coimbra, Portugal
- Bachelor's in Art and Design, Escola Superior de Educação de Coimbra 2012-2015
- Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior de Educação de Coimbra 2016-2019
- Favourite season: Autumn
- Favourite drink: Earl Grey tea
- Current favourite colour: Mustard yellow
- Dream project: Set of illustrated teaware and tea towels
When I'm not making art, I'm knitting new scarves and beanies, testing new recipes, taking long walks with my boyfriend, Andrey, until our feet get sore for days, checking children's books at book shops, meeting cat and pigeon friends in the city and reading lots of books. One day I'd like to live surrounded by nature, maybe own a couple of chickens and pigeons, and spend my days creating things that bring people joy.
SELECTED CLIENTS
iClever (Thousandshores), Passion Planner, STICKII Club, Zero a Oito, Alfarroba, Lawley Publishing, PUZ.
iClever (Thousandshores), Passion Planner, STICKII Club, Zero a Oito, Alfarroba, Lawley Publishing, PUZ.
FEATURED ON
Making People Happy with Cozy Art - Interview with Noissue
Artist Feature - Interview with Citycelebrity
Turbo Kid Apple's Lost Adventure - By Lounak Books. Won a contest and got an illustration featured on the comic
Making People Happy with Cozy Art - Interview with Noissue
Artist Feature - Interview with Citycelebrity
Turbo Kid Apple's Lost Adventure - By Lounak Books. Won a contest and got an illustration featured on the comic
Follow Me Elsewhere
I'm also known as inestheunicorn on the webs and I love to meet fellow artists and get to know more about online communities.
- instagram: for the latest art, shop and life updates
- newsletter: to never miss any updates, to share fun activities, tutorials and free digital goodies
- art and stationery shop: to support my work and bring home something handmade by me
- digital goodies shop: for printable calendars, postcards, digital wallpapers and icons and much more!
- youtube: where I share behind the scenes, tutorials, vlogs and fun stuff
- twitter: for quick and casual art and life updates
- tumblr: for short posts, casual behind the scenes, and photos from my travels
LET'S WORK TOGETHER!
For project inquiries, licensing, collaborations, or just to say hello, please email me at [email protected]