Paola Saliby is a Brazilian illustrator currently based in Portugal. Her work often delves into dreams and surreal atmospheres, drawing from themes like human emotions, intangible feelings, and the quiet power of nature. She’s also deeply inspired by womanhood and literature, which blend seamlessly with her love for exploring organic shapes and playful compositions.

Paola’s freelance career kicked just after she graduated with a degree in Fashion Design, quickly finding her footing with editorial projects and expanding her creative reach to include international collaborations. Her illustrations feature expressive characters, often showcasing emotion through body language and movement, creating a unique and engaging narrative in every piece.

Paola’s work is as much about the emotion behind it as the visual experience, making every illustration a journey into a world both familiar and fantastical.

Previous clients include The New York Times, Apple, Google, MailChimp, It’s Nice That, Vox, Variety, and The New Yorker.

If you would like to work with Paola please email Hannah with the details of your project hannah@brilliantartists.co.uk