About me

My name is Mateja Saraja, and I am
an artist/writer and illustrator from Croatia.

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I have loved drawing and creating ever since I was a child in primary school. Over the years, art became my quiet place, a way to capture emotions, stories, and little moments of everyday life.

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My work is inspired by nature, cozy spaces, storytelling, and the beauty of slow living. I especially enjoy gouache illustration, sketchbooks, and creating gentle, whimsical worlds filled with warmth and imagination.

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When I’m not painting, I love reading books, watching films, and playing story-driven video games with memorable characters and atmospheric worlds.

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Walking through my garden is how I unwind from everyday life. I try to notice the quiet details as life unfolds, and I journal every day.

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I love rainy days, cats, and notebooks.
INFP.