Hi, I'm Elena

Hi, I'm Elena

Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in London.
Specialising in educational, purpose-led design.

Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in London.
Specialising in educational, purpose-led design.

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Portfolio Highlights

Illustration

Book Illustration

Full bleed illustrations for the book Sustainable Interior Design, by Chloe Bullock, published by RIBA

Illustration

Book Illustration

Full bleed illustrations for the book Sustainable Interior Design, by Chloe Bullock, published by RIBA

Illustration

Book Illustration

Full bleed illustrations for the book Sustainable Interior Design, by Chloe Bullock, published by RIBA

Generated minimal editorial botanical photograph of sparse flowers against a pale sky

Illustration

Illustrated Impact Report

Bringing to life Lil Creative Studio's 2024-25 Impact Report using illustration

Generated minimal editorial botanical photograph of sparse flowers against a pale sky

Illustration

Illustrated Impact Report

Bringing to life Lil Creative Studio's 2024-25 Impact Report using illustration

Generated minimal editorial botanical photograph of sparse flowers against a pale sky

Illustration

Illustrated Impact Report

Bringing to life Lil Creative Studio's 2024-25 Impact Report using illustration

Generated contemplative outdoor fashion editorial photograph beside a large tree and hillside

Graphic Design

Annual and Financial Report Design

Re-design of the University of West London's Annual and Financial Report 2025/26

Generated contemplative outdoor fashion editorial photograph beside a large tree and hillside

Graphic Design

Annual and Financial Report Design

Re-design of the University of West London's Annual and Financial Report 2025/26

Generated contemplative outdoor fashion editorial photograph beside a large tree and hillside

Graphic Design

Annual and Financial Report Design

Re-design of the University of West London's Annual and Financial Report 2025/26

Graphic Design

Magazine Design

Art Direction for quarterly magazine, Thrive Connected. Including layout, type, and visuals.

Graphic Design

Magazine Design

Art Direction for quarterly magazine, Thrive Connected. Including layout, type, and visuals.

Graphic Design

Magazine Design

Art Direction for quarterly magazine, Thrive Connected. Including layout, type, and visuals.

Full Portfolio

Hey there

I’m Elena - an illustrator and graphic designer living in East London.

My design practice focuses on educational organisations, charities, and impact-led businesses - working on a range of projects including impact reports, book illustration, research posters, campaign design, and illustration for merchandise.

As well as working directly with organisations, I have developed my own collection of illustrations through my self-directed projects - all of which raise awareness of climate change. Each design discusses different environmental subjects, aiming to spark thought and conversation around the topic.

I believe design can be a tool for good and is fundamental in educating around difficult topics.

More about me →

Hey there

I’m Elena - an illustrator and graphic designer living in East London.

My design practice focuses on educational organisations, charities, and impact-led businesses - working on a range of projects including impact reports, book illustration, research posters, campaign design, and illustration for merchandise.

As well as working directly with organisations, I have developed my own collection of illustrations through my self-directed projects - all of which raise awareness of climate change. Each design discusses different environmental subjects, aiming to spark thought and conversation around the topic.

I believe design can be a tool for good and is fundamental in educating around difficult topics.

More about me →

What clients have said…

What clients have said…

What clients have said…

What clients have said…

I love working with Elena, she is very creative and her designs always match our brief. She knows exactly what we want!  She is also very patient and accommodating – she has managed to work with some really tight deadlines and has turned around perfect design work."

Andrea Collard

The University of West London

I love working with Elena, she is very creative and her designs always match our brief. She knows exactly what we want!  She is also very patient and accommodating – she has managed to work with some really tight deadlines and has turned around perfect design work."

Andrea Collard

The University of West London

"Elena has been incredible to work with - she is so flexible for my needs and the speed at which she works always means the tight turnarounds I give myself are still met. She’s introduced new ways of displaying our instructions, which has been incredibly beneficial to my customers and I just overall think she is an incredible graphic designer you’d be lucky to work with."

Niamh Wimperis

Wimperis Embroidery

"Elena has been incredible to work with - she is so flexible for my needs and the speed at which she works always means the tight turnarounds I give myself are still met. She’s introduced new ways of displaying our instructions, which has been incredibly beneficial to my customers and I just overall think she is an incredible graphic designer you’d be lucky to work with."

Niamh Wimperis

Wimperis Embroidery

"It was a pleasure working with Elena on our new brand design. From start to finish she was a fantastic creative partner. The final output exceeded all of our expectations. The new brand identity is not only visually stunning but also perfectly captures the essence of our company. I am so proud of our new visual identity. If you're looking for a talented, knowledgeable, and reliable designer for your next project, I highly recommend Elena."

Heidi Snelgrove

BrandFilm Studios

"It was a pleasure working with Elena on our new brand design. From start to finish she was a fantastic creative partner. The final output exceeded all of our expectations. The new brand identity is not only visually stunning but also perfectly captures the essence of our company. I am so proud of our new visual identity. If you're looking for a talented, knowledgeable, and reliable designer for your next project, I highly recommend Elena."

Heidi Snelgrove

BrandFilm Studios

"Elena’s communication skills were outstanding and played a vital role in bringing this project to life. She was thoughtful, collaborative, and highly receptive to feedback, making considered amendments that consistently elevated the work. Everyone on our team who worked with Elena praised her creativity, professionalism, and contribution to the project."

Charlotte Gill

UK Maths Trust

"Elena’s communication skills were outstanding and played a vital role in bringing this project to life. She was thoughtful, collaborative, and highly receptive to feedback, making considered amendments that consistently elevated the work. Everyone on our team who worked with Elena praised her creativity, professionalism, and contribution to the project."

Charlotte Gill

UK Maths Trust

"Elena designed the branding for our University business ideas competition, the People and Planet Prize. She tuned in to our brief straight away and came back to us quickly with several really appropriate and visually appealing choices. Our chosen design was striking and relevant and made a powerful impact around our campus in print and in digital form. Elena is a delight to work with."

Helen Carley

The University of Brighton

"Elena designed the branding for our University business ideas competition, the People and Planet Prize. She tuned in to our brief straight away and came back to us quickly with several really appropriate and visually appealing choices. Our chosen design was striking and relevant and made a powerful impact around our campus in print and in digital form. Elena is a delight to work with."

Helen Carley

The University of Brighton

"I commissioned Elena to design a new magazine I am launching called 'Thrive'. Elena listened carefully to my original brief, and produced vibrant, and on-brand, design layouts. Elena is a really talented designer who is quickly able to turn your vision into high-quality, creative designs. Thanks to Elena's creative ideas and design talent, she has enabled me to stand out from the crowd. Elena has communicated clearly and promptly throughout the project. She has been a pleasure to work with!"

Clare Griffiths

Thrive Connected

"I commissioned Elena to design a new magazine I am launching called 'Thrive'. Elena listened carefully to my original brief, and produced vibrant, and on-brand, design layouts. Elena is a really talented designer who is quickly able to turn your vision into high-quality, creative designs. Thanks to Elena's creative ideas and design talent, she has enabled me to stand out from the crowd. Elena has communicated clearly and promptly throughout the project. She has been a pleasure to work with!"

Clare Griffiths

Thrive Connected

Sketchbook

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