I was born in Lisbon, a retro European town famed for its bright light and custard tarts. 
I studied architecture and moved to London, where I worked at a practice for a few years. Illustration had always been my first love though, and back to Lisbon I left architecture and soon started work as a freelance illustrator. Geometry did find a way to seep back in, providing a framework for my concepts, strong colors and textures.

I like nothing more than to translate complex ideas into simple and engaging images. I have over 18 years experience in editorial and advertising illustration. I also love to illustrate children's books. 


// Honours and Awards:
SPA - Portuguese Society of Authors  - Best Children's Book, Winner, 2024;
Caminhos de Leitura, Seal of Distinction, 2023;
Society of Illustrators -The Original Art 41 Show, Selected, 2021;
Nami Concours, 2021, Selected;
Communication Arts Illustration Annual 62, Selected Winner, 2021;
Society for News Design-E, Illustration, Bronze Medal, 2020;
The White Ravens, Selected, 2020;
Bologna Children's Book Fair, Ragazzi Awards, Opera Prima, Mention, 2020;
European Newspaper Awards, Award of Excellence, 2016;
3x3 Professional Show No.11, Merit, 2014;
Society of Illustrators 56 Show, Selected, 2013;
Communication Arts Illustration Annual 54, Award of Excellence, 2013;
Gestalten, "Little Big Books, Illustrations for Children’s Picture Books", 2012;
3x3 The Magazine of Contemporary Illustration, ProShow, Best of Show Award, 2012;
Bologna Book Fair Guest Country Exhibition, 2012; 
Communication Arts Illustration Annual 53, Award of Excellence, 2012;
3x3 The Magazine of Contemporary Illustration, Children’s Illustration Show, Merit, 2011;
Society for News Design, Award of Excellence, 2004.
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