Hello There!
About Olga
Olga Akbarova is an illustrator with a background in fashion design and a passion for color, detail, and storytelling. Since launching her freelance career in 2018, she has created art for puzzles, greeting cards, fabric collections, and ceramics — blending hand-painted textures with digital techniques to bring a warm, joyful feel to every piece.
Expertise
Olga’s artwork has appeared on a wide variety of licensed products and publications, including:
• Jigsaw puzzles: True South Puzzle Co., Galison (Chronicle Books), Cra‑Z‑Art, and Wentworth Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles
• Greeting cards: Trader Joe’s, Leaning Tree, No Tree Cards, and more
• Diamond painting kits: Diamond Art Club
• Fabric and home décor collections: P&B Textiles, Boston International, and others
• Editorial illustrations: Featured in a range of print and digital magazines
• Branding and packaging: For cafes, restaurants, and lifestyle brands
Her illustrations are known for their inviting details, whimsical charm, and richly layered color palettes. Olga loves creating artwork that’s both beautiful and functional — whether it’s a tea towel, a piece of wall art, or a collectible mug.
Let’s Work Together
Olga welcomes new collaborations and enjoys working with both established brands and individuals looking to bring a creative vision to life.
Typical projects include:
• Illustrated puzzles and games
• Surface pattern design for fabric, stationery, and home goods
• Seasonal product collections
• Editorial illustrations for print and digital
• Commissions for small businesses and personal gifts
Testimonials
"Olga is fantastic to work with. She helped us get "the look" of our Self-Guided Day Trips. Our site users love the maps.
Where there was nothing but an idea now we have amazing garden tours people can take. Olga is very timely. She listens to our needs. And she makes any adjustments we need made. I couldn't be happier with her work."
Jim Peterson
Owner
GardenDesign.com
"Olga was so great to work with. She always struck the right balance of listening to my wants and needs while offering her own professional input and steering the project in the right direction. She works quickly, is easy to get in touch with and the final product is beautiful -- what more could anyone want?"
Sean Fredericks, OR, Restaurant Business Owner