Sandra Hutter is a surface pattern designer, illustrator, and author based in Vienna, Austria. She creates colorful artwork inspired by folk art, nature, travel, and everyday moments of joy. Her designs have appeared on products around the world through collaborations with brands including Target, American Greetings, CASETiFY, and Ravensburger. Known for her playful shapes, bold color palettes, and hand-drawn style, Sandra believes that creativity should feel joyful, approachable, and accessible to everyone. Through her work, she encourages people to let go of perfection, experiment freely, and discover their own creative voice. Sandra loves turning simple shapes into colorful illustrations full of personality and charm. In her first book, *Modern Folk Art*, she guides readers through 75 step-by-step drawing tutorials featuring flowers, animals, lettering, and other beloved folk art motifs. Beyond the tutorials, she encourages readers to explore their own variations, experiment with color and details, and build confidence in their creativity along the way. When she’s not drawing, Sandra enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, exploring new places for inspiration, and dreaming up new collections for fabric, wallpaper, home décor, and other products.