Marica Zottino earned a degree in industrial design in 2003, then worked as an interior designer, product designer, and textile designer. In 2012, she decided to go freelance to focus entirely on her true passion: illustration. Since then, she has worked for numerous companies and publishers, creating illustrations for books, products, and advertising. When drawing, she is inspired by a combination of references from fashion, feminine themes, vintage botanical imagery, wild creatures, and so much more. She now lives in Treviso, Italy, and can be found online at maricazottino.com and @maricazottinoillustration.