ANDREA HRNJAK

ILLUSTRATION

Gothic Moon


Welcome to an enchanting journey where the wild spirit dances under the watchful gaze of the moon, transporting you to a world where the boundaries between magic and reality cease to exist.



Moons Embrace




In the twilight's delicate embrace,
Light and dark find a tender space,
Dusk and dawn, they gently chase,
A creation of beauty, face to face.

Ravens Of The Midnight Moon



Raven, keeper of the key,
Guide us where enchantment's free,
To hidden realms where wonders bloom,
In moonlit nights, secrets in the gloom.

Through forests deep and valleys low,
To places where lost legends grow,
The key unlocked a world untold,
Where ancient powers did enfold.

Forest Spirits


The owl, the wolf, and butterflies unite,
In nature's grand and mystic rite.
For as the butterflies take to the air,
The owl and wolf, they both declare:

"Change is constant, as nature's art,
Transform and listen to your heart.
Embrace the wisdom of the night,
And in your own life, take flight."


Forest Guardian



In a forest deep, where moonlight gleams,
Where ancient trees guard secret dreams,
There reigns a queen of noble mien,
With antlered crown, she is unseen.

Her antlers reach for heavens high,
A sacred touch upon the sky.
A symbol of her regal might,
In silvery glow, they gleam at night.

The creatures of the night and day,
In her presence, they softly sway,
For she's the guardian of their home,
In her presence, all creatures roam.

Moons Embrace

Open your heart to the whispers within,
And let your inner magic truly begin.
In moments of stillness, it softly sings,
Guiding you to uncover your hidden wings.

Embrace the colors that paint your soul,
Embrace the stories that make you whole.
Unleash the wonders only you can create,
For in your magic, the world finds its fate.

Embrace the dreams that long to be,
And set them free, unbounded and free.
Trust in yourself, for you hold the key,
To unlock the magic, to set it free.


Magic Mirror




Shadow in the mirror, you're a mirror of my soul,
In your depths, my true self, you faithfully extol.
Though you're just an image, a reflection so clear,
You hold my secrets and dreams, year after year.

Reflection




The self is not a static thing,
It is ever-changing and evolving.
It is through the encounter with the other
That we become who we are meant to be.

Lantern



In shadows' dance, I tread the night,
With lanterns bright, a seeker's flight,
A quest within, a silent rhyme,
I wander through the depths of time.

Each flickering flame, a guiding star,
Unveiling truths from lands afar,
The echoes of my soul they trace,
In search of meaning's subtle grace.

Amidst the whispers of the breeze,
I chase the echoes, melodies,
Reflections of a distant shore,
A quest that leads to something more.

Beneath the moon's enchanting gleam,
I journey on, a timeless dream,
A portrait of my essence, true,
I'm out with lanterns, seeking you.

She Wolf

A creature born of stars, a cosmic child,
Her soul untamed, her spirit running wild.
The constellations in her eyes ignite,
A magic of dreams in the moonlight's light.

Wolf Shadow




Be kind to your shadow...

ABOUT

I am Andrea Hrnjak,a Croatian-born,Vienna-based artist and devoted admirer of the wild,the luminous and the mystical.

My journey has been one of self-discovery, adaptability, and creative exploration.

As a young student at the University Of Applied Arts in Vienna,i had the extraordinary opportunity to study under the guidance of Vivienne Westwood and Helmut Lang, two iconic figures in the fashion world.I honed my skills, developed a keen eye for style, and cultivated a deep understanding of the industry.

Eager to explore new horizons,i embarked on a transformative journey to China. Intrigued by the country's rich cultural heritage,i seized the opportunity to teach and share my knowledge with aspiring fashion enthusiasts. Teaching in China not only provided a fresh perspective but also allowed me to immerse myself in a different culture, fostering personal growth and expanding my creative outlook.

After many years in the fashion industry and abroad,i experienced a turning point in my career. Deep within,i rediscovered a long-lost passion for drawing and painting, which had always held a special place in my heart. Fueled by this newfound inspiration,i made the courageous decision to pursue my artistic inclination wholeheartedly.

With an unwavering commitment to my craft,i embarked on a new chapter of my life and dedicated myself to refining my drawing skills, experimenting with various techniques, and exploring diverse artistic styles.

Throughout my illustrious career, i have had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed clients and partners from various industries, each contributing to my journey of creative exploration.

Some notable clients and collaborators include Burton Snowboards,Commons & Sense Magazine Tokyo,The Clothes Maiden Magazine,I Love Illustration,Parenting Magazine etc...



Andrea Hrnjak

From an early age, I found solace and inspiration in the stories of my homeland, where tales of witches and otherworldly beings were inseparable from the culture and landscape. These narratives, took on a new significance when I embarked on my artistic journey.

In my youth, I overlooked their significance, but it was during my studies in Vienna that their uniqueness and captivating allure awakened within me. These tales, like whispers from the ancients, ignited a profound yearning for a more magical life. It was then that I embarked on a wondrous exploration into the realms of mysticism, ancient myths, and sacred rituals.

Drawing from mythology, fantasy and the occult my art seeks to bridge the realms of the known and the mysterious.Within surreal and dreamy scenes, the feminine form dances in harmony with nature, while spirit animals guide us through hidden realms.

In this wondrous exploration, I discovered my own profound meaning, unveiling the radiant power of the divine feminine within.

May my creations ignite the spark of wildness within you,encourage you to embrace your inner magic and walk a path less traveled.

FEATURES

Juxtapoz Magazine

"Her colored pencil works show her genuine interest and love for all animals. Andrea's color palate reflects a moonlit night in the desert. Her works are delicate in both color and the hand she uses to create these pieces. Andrea's deep connection with nature and all of its creatures is obvious when looking at these images." 




Design By Humans

"The wooded path to grandma’s house will look very different through the eyes of this week’s Featured Artist Andreahrnjak. Notorious fairy tale villains take on a magical new luster and — before you know it — the big bad wolf isn’t so bad and the wicked witch isn’t so wicked. Andreahrnjak’s art is filled with whimsical visions of wolves, witches, and phases of the moon. She describes them as “wild but delicate, witchy and tempting” and they offer a refuge from the outside world...Her artwork shines brightly with this love of nature and is a unique combination of the freedom she finds in the woods and the “old Slavic witchy fairy tales and myths” that she grew up with as a child."

Iconocero

"Los dibujos de Andrea Hrnjak retoman la calma y la conexión olvidada entre los hombres y animales, todos del mismo origen y acompañantes de la evolución son caracteres en cohabitación de los temperamentos acicalados por el plástico de la modernidad. Son aullido de bosque que se eleva durante la noche para arrullarse de luna menguante y estrellas, estrellas que tatúan los cuerpos de sus cuestionados. Son anuncio de lobos y cuervos, de búhos sabios que posan en hombros mientras lanzan sus solemnes augurios. Hay poesía, hay metáfora visual."

Stew

"Andrea Hrnjak is a Vienna artist and illustrator with a love for wild animals and a penchant for the icy girls. Her works are wonderfully beguiling, evocative and sensual. Her works are a window into a world we once knew, where the union between human and animal is harmonious and calm, a radiant and carefree spirit that we crave today. Nature has its own rhythms and orders. The images of chilly high mountains and tempting misty nights remind us that the world doesn’t just revolve around human competitions, they invoke a modesty in us."

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