“Eyes.” All images © Natalie Shilo, shared with permission
’s illustrations peek into a freeform world teeming with color and jubilation. Swaying from side to side, sitting in bliss, or rocking a guitar solo, each character exudes a zest for life and thrives in the artist’s imaginative and energetic environments.
Originally from Belarus and now based in Warsaw, Shilo lauds the art scene of her new home. “The turning point was the move,” she says. “My whole environment has changed. Poland has a rich history of art, and I really feel it. All this incredibly inspired me. I felt a push forward, and my style began to develop.”
Shilo works mostly digitally, starting with sketches and gradually building solid shapes that are organic and geometric. Drawn with a pastel-like quality, the illustrations layer stippled, halftone, or airbrushed textures into densely patterned compositions. “I am constantly searching for the perfect combination of shapes, colors, and textures,” she adds.
The artist is ideating on a children’s book and plans to translate her illustrations into ceramics. Stay in the loop by following her on and .
“Dancing In the Rain”
“Artist”
“News”
“Guitarist”
“Candles”
“Friendship Dragon”
“Space Skater”
“Waiting for Summer”
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