Meet the Artist @petrouchkaka

Originally from Brittany and living in Brussels since 2018, Caroline, aka Petrouchkaka, started her creative journey as a nomad. She's a free spirit who’s always had a wanderlust. Her detailed, pop, and colorful illustrations feature hybrid characters with bird heads, celebrating the female body and the diversity of its curves, symbolizing strength and freedom.

29 nov. 2024

Artist of the Month: Petrouchkaka

A glimpse into the creative world of Petrouchkaka.

StickerApp: How would you define your style?

Caroline: Pop, colorful, uplifting, with the occasional nod to pop culture.

StickerApp: What's your favorite technique?

Caroline: For the past three years, I've mostly been using Procreate on my iPad. It's super convenient because I travel a lot. I have all the tools I need to draw anywhere, without any constraints. It's truly a game-changing technology for us artists and illustrators!

StickerApp: Who or what's your biggest inspiration?

Caroline: I've always been fascinated by Egyptian art and religious icons. It's definitely a huge source of inspiration for me, especially in the use of bodies, postures, and ornamentation... I also like to add a little reference to pop culture in my work. I think it creates a fun contrast with the stoic profiles of my characters. Plus, I add subtle details and little winks from my daily life that only some close friends can understand—like hidden subliminal messages in my illustrations.

StickerApp: How did it all start?

Caroline: For as long as I can remember, I've been drawing since I could hold a pencil, and I've always been in awe of graphic arts. I started studying art at the age of 15 with the goal of becoming a graphic designer. After a few experiences working in agencies, I realized that it didn't make me happy to work for others and that, in the end, creativity was very limited. Alongside those professional experiences, I was drawing a lot (especially at night), and one morning, I decided to drop everything and fully dive into my passion. Now, it's been three years since I started doing it full-time, and I'm super happy and grateful for it.

StickerApp: Do you have a tip for those who are starting out?

Caroline: The best advice I can give is to never give up, to hold on to what truly excites you, to work really hard, and not to compare yourself to others.

StickerApp: What's your favorite app or program?

Caroline: I’d say Procreate and Deezer (because one doesn’t go without the other).

StickerApp: Why do you use StickerApp?

Caroline: Because the stickers are gorgeous and of insanely high quality!

StickerApp: What's your favorite material?

Caroline: I love the Holographic option for stickers. In fact, I use it almost every time. I think it adds something special, a super attractive touch that makes the sticker feel more precious.

StickerApp: How do you use stickers for your own business/personal brand?

Caroline: I always have a few stickers in my bag, so when I walk around Brussels, I like to stick them everywhere. You can also find them at illustration markets and soon in my shop!