About Me

A partially completed painting of tropical green monstera leaves on paper, with watercolor paints, tubes of paint, a paint palette with yellow, green, and blue colors, and a ceramic mug shaped like a bunny nearby on a table.

Hi, I am Sani Sol.

An illustrator, artist, and storyteller based in Berlin, Germany, creating illustrated worlds, sparked by whimsical wonder and rooted in nature.

A young woman with long dark hair and wearing a black shirt, taking a selfie in a room with plants in the background, a colorful palette of paint swatches, and a painting of a yellow flower with a glowing center on the desk.
A young woman with long dark hair and wearing a black shirt, taking a selfie in a room with plants in the background, a colorful palette of paint swatches, and a painting of a yellow flower with a glowing center on the desk.
My Story

I began painting as a way to find my way back to my light, seeking calm, connection and a sense of inner sanctuary during a time in my life where I felt disconnected from myself and the world. Through my art, I created my own oasis: a space where I could feel safe, present and alive again. What I create today is an extension of that journey, an expression of childhood wonder rediscovered and an invitation for others to reconnect with their own inner child.

My work spans both children’s books and fine art, united by the shared intention to spark imagination, connection to nature and find wonder in every passing moment. My illustrations feature kind-hearted characters and natural worlds filled with magic, while my paintings, often centered around plant motifs, are designed as healing sanctuaries that bring calm and grounded beauty into everyday spaces. Spirituality and inner growth are underlying themes throughout my art and storytelling.

I have studied animation and design in Berlin and work primarily with gouache, colored pencils, and acrylics. My 3D-animated short film Spark was featured on CGBros and I am continuously growing my collection of fine art pieces.

Explore more of my work on Instagram @sanisolart

Behind the Scenes

Close-up view of painted green leaves with highlights and shadows.
Gouache painting for picture book

My work is primarily made using acrylics, gouache and coloured pencils, but I always finding new media and techniques to experiment with to get across my ideas and stories.

Materials & Process

Close up of acrylic painting