About
Kristiina Almy is a second-generation Finnish-American illustrator based in Massachusetts, U.S. Starting at a young age, Kristiina was captivated by the world of illustration. For 20-plus years, that passion has blossomed into a full-fledged career, fueled by a love for art, communication, and design. Illustration, for Kristiina, is about distilling a project brief, and with clarity and creativity, effectively complementing and enhancing it. Her mission is to bring joy, evoke wonder, and add a touch of magic to every project she undertakes, transforming ideas into vibrant visual stories.
Kristiina specializes in branding and editorial illustration for newspapers, magazines, publishers, agencies, and corporations. Her artistic style can be described as lively and colorful, blending printmaking-inspired elements to create visually distinct and emotionally resonant illustrations. Kristiina’s work is influenced by nature, storytelling, and cultural elements, weaving together a tapestry of diverse influences that breathe life into each illustration.
What sets Kristiina apart is not just the art; it's her commitment to a seamless and collaborative creative process. She believes in open communication, attention to detail, and a personalized approach to every project. Your vision is her inspiration, and together, you can embark on a journey to create something extraordinary.
Beyond the canvas, you'll find Kristiina exploring nature trails, experimenting with new art techniques, or playing Pickleball. These experiences enrich her creativity and contribute to the unique touch she brings to each illustration.
Thank you for considering Kristiina for your creative needs and the possibility of collaborating with you to turn your ideas into captivating illustrations that resonate with your audience. Feel free to reach out at: kristiina@kristiinaalmy.com to bring your ideas to life through the power of illustration!
Affiliations
Association of Illustrators, Graphic Artists Guild, Illustrators for Hire
Recognitions
Communication Arts Illustration Annual (shortlisted), Creative Quarterly (winner)
Education
Certificate of Achievement, Graphic and Web Design, Boston University College of Communication
Bachelor of Science (honors), Art (Studio), Skidmore College
Testimonials
“Kristiina’s beautiful and vibrant illustrations that highlight the pleasures and richness of food were perfect for our magazine issue on Motivation, for the article focusing on the positive aspects of health.”
“Kristiina created my book cover based on very little direction — she nailed exactly what I was hoping for in the first version she created — she is excellent at understanding a client’s needs and very responsive to any requests for adjustments. I was more than happy with her service and highly recommend her. She is very talented and a good business person!”
“When working to create a logo / brand for my new venture, Kristiina was perfect in supporting a new look/feel of the brand/logo. I had a concept of what I was looking for but lacked any ability to put the concept to paper. Kristiina delivered a highly professional and graphically pleasing end product.”
“While I served as the race director for our town 5K, Kristiina designed a logo for our race that perfectly captured the look and feel we wanted for the annual event. From her logo we were able to brand the rest of the event collateral, from t-shirts, to our website and brochure. For the past 5 years Kristiina has worked with us to update and create a t-shirt that continues to promote the event, highlights our event sponsorships and as well. Kristiina listens carefully to our needs and is so easy to work with. I highly recommend Kristiina as a responsive, quick-minded and simply enjoyable professional to work with.”
“Kristiina did a fantastic logo design job for one of my clients. She is both highly creative and naturally artistic, and was able to quickly understand the client vision and create an image that perfectly captured the company. She is professional, friendly and quite simply, extremely nice to work with. I highly recommend Kristiina.”
“I enjoyed working with Kristiina as she was precise and adept at dealing with the design work. Her subtle choices with the fonts and cover design were wonderful, and working with the placement of photographs was something I admired and learned from. She was very professional and dedicated to her craft. I highly recommend her work.”