Ilka Zuijderland Varnes

I'm Ilka—an enthusiastic Surface Pattern Designer, Artist, Entrepreneur, Stepmom, Dog Mom, Plant-based Food Lover, Breast Cancer Survivor, and Advocate. I believe that art and design have the power to transform our world and evoke emotions that make life more vibrant and meaningful. With 12 years of experience as a Creative Design Manager for a tourism company, I made a courageous decision to embark on a new adventure—a path as a surface pattern designer. It's a thrilling endeavor that allows me to infuse the world with captivating colors, shapes, and designs, both professionally and personally. My dream is to create patterns and art that exude feelings of joy, calmness, happiness, and love— filling our planet with splendor and magnificence.