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Sandra Juto we have had our eye on for some time, as she's quite the blogger and a dab hand at illustration and mixed media.

Based in Gothenburg Sweden, she introduced us to the concept of 'fika' which means to go out for a coffee, accompanied generally by a sweet treat. Which really only justifies our ordering cake with our coffee as we feel 'European'.

Wilkintie's online store has whimsical prints for letterpress fans, featuring artists including Merjin Hos, Chamo, and Joe McLaren.

Wilkintie is a project by Carly hargreaves and Niels Oeltjen. Both based in Australia's Melbourne it was their love of letterpress and illustration that brought about Wilkintie. Niels work can also be seen here

Neils Oeltjen is one busy boy. He is known for his street art, collaborating with various artists and has exhibited in many a solo and group exhibit.

He has with his wife, a letterpress co Wilkintie, and is involved in street art projects such as Mays clothing, publishing and mural projects. His grassroots approach appears to see him living and breathing what he does.

Samantha is one hell of a drawer and has drawn herself some very amusing series. Currently this series we're featuring 'Coup' is being shown in San Francisco.

'Angry Women in Party Dresses' is one to look up...it reminds us of being at Sydney's The Ivy

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Jose is long gone, having died in 1913, but his work as an engraver and illustrator and printmaker remains popular. Born in Mexico in 1852, he is best known for his Cavalera's work (of skulls), and his depictions of the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). 

Jose was a hugely influential to contemporary modern Mexican art but sadly died alone and poor, shortly after his wife passed away.