Karlotta Freier
Illustrator
In their own words
I always think it's so silly whenever I get invited to be on stage. I used to be the kid who sat in a corner.
To me, the main product of my work is not the drawing in the end, but the time I spent with the drawing.
I like my work the best when I can surprise myself.
It's somehow really soothing and empowering to realise that a big group of people are dealing with the same things and to share all the different approaches and ideas everyone has developed.
Articles & interviews
- Pictoplasma: Berlin’s Low-Key Creative Festival Worth Discovering
The article by Katy Cowan offers a personal reflection on attending Pictoplasma 2026, a small, character design-focused creative festival in Berlin. It highlights the event’s intimate, introvert-friendly atmosphere and the sense of community among illustrators and animators. Through interviews and observations, Cowan portrays Pictoplasma as a slow-burning but deeply rewarding experience for creatives seeking genuine connection.
- The top 15 illustrators of 2026, as chosen by the community
Creative Boom’s 2026 community poll highlights 15 illustrators shaping the global illustration scene, emphasizing originality and human touch in an AI-saturated era. The list spans established names like Noma Bar and Malika Favre to emerging talents such as Anna Micheloni and Genie Espinosa. The article celebrates craftsmanship, individuality, and the enduring commercial relevance of distinctive illustration.
- Pictoplasma Berlin 2026 is celebrating the art of character-driven storytelling
Creative Boom reports that Pictoplasma Berlin 2026, the world’s leading conference on character creativity, will return to Berlin in May 2026 under the theme 'In and Out of Character'. The event will feature over 20 speakers including Christoph Niemann, Gemma Correll, and Marylou Faure, alongside workshops, animation screenings, and a public open house. Creative Boom will attend and cover the event, highlighting its focus on storytelling and creative experimentation.