Yemisi Olusanya

Illustrator & Pattern Designer

Hi! I’m Yemisi - I create vibrant, eye-catching illustrations that make your products stand out from the crowd. All my illustrations are completely hand-drawn - absolutely no AI.If you're interested in licensing my work or collaborating on a project please get in touch

Yemisi

About Me

Hi there! I'm Yemisi, a Visual Communicator and Illustrator passionate about using colour and pattern to to inspire joy. I create engaging illustrations that explore wellness, mindfulness, self-help, productivity, education, and faith - using colourful, stylised imagery to transform complex ideas into clear, accessible visuals.My diverse background in STEM, education and tech brings analytical thinking, user-cantered design principles, and a deep understanding of storytelling to my creative work. I infuse every piece with authenticity, compassion, and a touch of joy.When I'm not drawing (or painting), you can find me writing poetry or nose buried in a Sci-Fi novel.

Press | Podcasts | Exhibitions

  • Co-Host of The WorkWell Podcast, delivering insightful and practical episodes to help listeners thrive in both work and life.

  • Safer in the Lines: Featured poet in an audio-visual exhibition addressing the impact of anti-social behavior on women in Bedfordshire, UK.

Qualifications

  • Professional Diploma in UX Design – UX Design Institute/Glasgow Caledonian University

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education – Chiltern Training Group

  • Thinking in Visual Metaphors – Maven

Editorial

My colourful, joyful illustrations are designed to clarify and enhance your stories, helping them stay with your readers long after they've turned the page or clicked away.With the rise of AI-generated content, hand-drawn illustrations bring a human touch - a warmth and authenticity that creates real and lasting connection. My visuals create a lasting a bridge between your message and your audience on a deeply human level.

Illustrations

Personalise your products with vibrant, fun, hand-drawn illustrations.

Patterns with Personality

Colourful, hand-drawn surface patterns designed specially for stationery, textile, apparel, homeware and more.

Vibrant Joy

Pure happiness and good vibes with bright colours and fun motifs. Designed to uplift and inspire joy.

Elegant Serenity

Calm, classic, and subtly vibrant with muted and pastel colours and abstract motifs. Designed to evoke a sense of peace and understated elegance that fit seamlessly into a space with a hint of flair.

Sophisticated Whimsy

Playful motifs with with an elevated feel created by a darker, richer colour palette. Designs that are both fun and refined, suitable for unexpected applications.

Get in Touch

Let's collaborate to transform your ideas into impact, with artwork that resonates and inspires.