about
studio leilu is the illustration and design practice of artist Ludi Leiva. Based in Stockholm, she offers thoughtful, visually rich creative services to clients around the world.

With  a decade of experience in visual storytelling, Ludi has brought creative visions to life for brands and institutions including Apple, Herman Miller, Samsung, The Smithsonian, and Dr. Martens.

After a period of study and deep focus on her painting practice, Ludi founded studio leilu as a dedicated home for intentional, human-centered illustration collaborations—a space where visual storytelling is rooted in care, curiosity, and connection.
Portrait by Funmia Studio



approachstudio leilu collaborates with values-aligned partners — from small businesses to global brands — who prioritize sustainability, community, and meaningful connection. The studio is drawn to collaborators who lead with curiosity, integrity, and a deep love for what they do.

Ludi’s illustration process blends analog methods (coloured pencil, gouache, pastel, ink, and printmaking) with digital techniques to create richly textured, emotionally resonant imagery. In an era of ultra-polished digital and machine-generated images, Ludi’s work centers the hand of the maker. Favoring warmth and tactility, she creates visuals that feel personal and distinctive — telling stories with authenticity and heart.

Each project begins with listening and unfolds through shared discovery. Drawing from the natural world, her Latin American heritage, Nordic design, contemplative practices, and craft traditions, Ludi makes work that feels grounded, intentional, and human.



clients
Adidas, Apple TV+, Samsung, Vans, Dr. Marten’s, Los Angeles Times, Vogue, The Other Art Fair, Creative Debuts, The Guardian, Vice, The Smithsonian, Toms Shoes, The Trevor Project, Rock The Vote, The Canadian Broadcasting Company (CBC), The Creative Independent, Refinery29, Stylist Magazine, The Body Shop, Coachella Music Festival, Herman Miller, OKCupid, Glamour Magazine, Jiggy Puzzles, Knix, Choose Democracy, NBC, So Young Magazine, Vogue Eyewear, UCLA, Planned Parenthood, Prime Video, Phillips Auction House, Boots Pharmacy, Tumblr & more

Explore past projects



offerings
— Editorial illustration
— Packaging illustration & design
— Illustration licensing for products, packaging, textiles & more 
— Surface pattern & textile design 
— Live drawing & event activations 
— Murals & public art 
— Window displays & installations 
— Creative workshops 
— Poster art 
— Key art
— Animated illustrations 
— Book covers & publishing illustration 
— Hand-lettering
— Custom interior design commissions — private & corporate
— Illustrated logo design
— Custom web design (platform-based) 
— Brand illustration & visual storytelling support

Let’s work together!



exhibitions & awards2024 / Longlisted, World Illustration Awards
2023 / Shortlisted, Ung Svensk Form (Young Swedish Design Award)
2020 / Art On Link, LinkNYC, New York City, US
2020 / Hecho Con Galaxy Samsung Presentation, Times Square & Oculus World Trade Center, New York City, US
2019 / Cluster Illustration Fair, London, UK
2018 / Illustrator in Residence, The Other Art Fair x Saatchi Art, Brooklyn, US



education2025 / Drawing development year / The Royal Drawing School / London, UK
2023 / MFA, Visual Communication / Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts & Design / Stockholm, Sweden
2018 / Continuing studies, Illustration / Pratt Institute / Brooklyn, NY, USA
2013 / BA, Political science & gender studies / University of British Columbia / Vancouver, BC, Canada



pressCreative Boom
One Club for Creativity
C-Print Journal
Elephant Magazine
Hyperallergic
Hunker
Vagabond City Lit
Canvas by Saatchi Art
Creating Your Own Path
Nailed Magazine



contact

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studioleilu@gmail.com
studioleilu

+46 76 115 0813

Importörvägen 23
Årsta 120 44
Stockholm, Sweden