Linda Merad
Illustrator
In their own words
It was very satisfying because the art director respected and encouraged me to stick to my usual style. It was a happy marriage of worlds and a true collaboration.
Being an illustrator is often a solitary job, so I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of such a great team.
There were only five of us in the creative team, and it was really great to work with people who were so skilled in their fields.
Accidents happen, and that's what makes lithography so charming; you have to deal with the motions of randomness and the unexpected.
I find it quite radical compared to what you might expect from a luxury brand.
Articles & interviews4
- Step inside Linda Merad’s whimsical and poetic illustrated universe for Hermès
The article profiles Paris-based illustrator Linda Merad and her recent collaborations with Hermès, including the 2026 'Venture Beyond' campaign. Known for her whimsical, anthropomorphic characters, Merad brought her lithographic style to life through illustrations and animations created with animator Quentin Klein. The project extended across Hermès’ Instagram and website, showcasing her poetic visual universe.
- Linda Merad dives into an upside-down ocean for Hermès
Paris-based illustrator Linda Merad collaborated with Hermès on its 2025 'Venture Beyond' campaign, transforming the brand’s theme into a surreal underwater world. Using her lithographic style, she created illustrations and animations featuring whimsical sea creatures and Hermès products. The project expanded from an Instagram commission into a full digital campaign, developed with a small creative team.
- Hanneke Rozemuller Explores Dreams and Anxieties in Illustrations
The article profiles Dutch illustrator Hanneke Rozemuller, whose editorial work explores themes of psychology, philosophy, and the surreal. Drawing inspiration from Push Pin Studios and artists like Milton Glaser and Seymour Chwast, her dreamlike, textural illustrations use blue tones to evoke introspection and emotional depth.