Hi, my name is Laivi Põder, and I’m an illustrator originally from Estonia, now living in a quiet green corner of London. I’ve been working as a professional illustrator for over seven years, and although I’m mostly self-taught, I’ve been passionate about art and design for as long as I can remember.

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My creative process is very much shaped by the beauty of nature, which has always been my biggest source of inspiration. I work primarily in digital illustration, using hand-drawn stamp brushes that I create from various traditional media such as watercolor, gouache, and inks. These brushes add a rich, organic texture to my work and give each piece a unique, handcrafted feel. There’s something incredibly special about blending the tactile, imperfect nature of hand-drawn art with the flexibility of digital tools.

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Whether I’m exploring woodlands, lakes, botanical gardens, or parks—any natural space really—these environments fuel my creativity and keep me grounded. I grew up in a small, green town, and the soothing embrace of nature has always been a constant in my life. I truly hope that this sense of peace and tranquility comes through in my work.