Hello, I'm Rita.
I was born in 1973 in Estoril, Portugal, and graduated in Communication Design
from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Lisbon in 1996.
I started working as a graphic designer and illustrator while finishing my studies.
On this website, you can see the main illustration projects I've worked on.
If you'd also like to see my graphic design portfolio, please get in touch,
I'll be happy to send you a direct download link for the portfolio file.
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work and learn a lot
in various communication agencies in Portugal, where, in addition to graphic design work,
I carried out illustration work applied to a wide variety of media:
from integrated branding projects and editorial pieces,
to illustrations for short stories and articles for various national publications.
My editorial illustration work has always focused on illustrating children's books,
in collaboration with various authors, for various national publishers.
Alongside these activities, I co-founded the portuguese brand "Frank & Stein,"
which applied both areas—graphic design and illustration—to clothing, with stories and humor.
This project lasted until 2015, when new ideas propelled me to pursue new goals.
Since then, I have worked exclusively as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer,
whether on personal projects or for regular clients and occasional commissions.
Welcome! :)