🎨 Meet Polina Jakimova – The Illustrator Bringing Bold Simplicity and Global Flavor to Life! 🌍✨
Step into the wonderfully vibrant world of Polina Jakimova, a Hanover-based digital illustrator with roots in Belarus and a passion for printmaking-inspired art. Polina’s work is a delightful blend of minimalism, rich texture, and cultural storytelling—often infused with her love of everyday beauty, global flavors, and classic cinema. Whether it’s a slice of bread, a kitchen scene, or a vintage movie reference, Polina’s art reminds us that there’s magic in the mundane.
👩🎨 What is your Maker, Artist, or Store name?
Polina Jakimova – an independent illustrator making visual poetry from the simple moments of life.
🎨 What form of Creative Medium do you use?
Polina creates her art digitally using:
- iPad & Procreate – her tools of choice for exploring layers, contrast, and tactile textures
- Inspired by traditional printmaking like risography and linocut, her digital work mimics the warmth of hand-printed art with a modern twist
🖼️ How would you describe your design style, art, or genre?
- Boldly simple, with limited color palettes and unexpected composition
- Influenced by print design, comic storytelling, and visual storytelling through shapes
- Her favorite themes include food, global cultures, still life, and cinematic references
- Every piece feels like a celebration of life’s quieter, more beautiful details
📦 What type of products do you make/offer?
Polina’s work spans across:
- Poster illustrations
- Book and editorial layouts
- Movie mock-up posters
- Personal print collections for film lovers, foodies, and design enthusiasts
🌱 Share your Maker Story: How/why did you start?
Polina’s artistic path didn’t begin until age 33. Formerly working in editorial, the pandemic prompted a shift—giving her the chance to turn inward and rediscover her love for drawing.
With no formal training in illustration, she taught herself new techniques, leaned on her background in art history and literature, and explored visual storytelling through comics and design. It was a risk—but one she’s never looked back on.
🏆 What are your proudest achievements or milestones?
- Making the leap to become a full-time freelance illustrator
- Building a unique visual voice that resonates with audiences worldwide
- Creating artwork that reflects global influences and personal stories
Polina considers each connection and commission a meaningful success in her creative journey.
💪 Have you faced any challenges, and how did you overcome them?
Creativity doesn’t always cooperate—and Polina embraces that. When a piece doesn’t feel right, she steps away:
- A walk through nature, a cup of tea, or a short nap helps reset her mind
- She believes in creative pacing, not forcing outcomes, and giving space for clarity to return
🔮 What are your future plans for being a Maker?
Polina dreams of:
- Designing official movie posters or book covers
- Working on collaborative print projects and expanding her global audience
- Continuing to explore themes of culture, nostalgia, and food in innovative ways
💬 What tips/advice would you share with other Makers?
“It’s okay to start again. If something doesn’t feel right, take a break and come back later. Let your mind rest—you’ll return with a fresh view and new energy. Creativity needs space to breathe.”
🌐 How can the community connect with you?
- Instagram: @polina.jakimova
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Website: www.polinajakimova.com
Connect, collaborate, and explore Polina’s prints, digital works, and film-inspired art collections.
✨ Final Thoughts
Polina Jakimova’s story is a reminder that it’s never too late to follow your passion. Through texture-rich digital illustrations and thoughtful storytelling, she captures life’s everyday charm in a way that’s deeply original and joyfully relatable. Her work encourages us to pause, savor, and smile.
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