About
I’m a freelance illustrator and graphic designer based near Oxford. I work with museums, heritage organisations, publishers, academic institutions and cultural projects to translate complex research and historical narratives into clear, engaging visual experiences.
My practice spans between creativity and strategy: I combine visual storytelling, design thinking and audience insight to help organisations communicate meaningfully and effectively, whether through exhibitions, interpretation panels, visitor maps, publications or digital experiences.
Experience and Background
Originally from Budapest, Hungary, I have spent the last ten years developing a diverse practice across the cultural and heritage sector. I specialise in brand and map illustration and have delivered projects including exhibition graphics, illustrated publications, promotional materials and full illustrated websites for museums and heritage organisations.
Inspired by people and place, my work explores narratives from the past and connects them to a contemporary audience of the present. I use textures, hand-drawn illustration and the desire to provoke, to create imagery that tells stories, promote events and showcase environments to relevant audiences. I am also the illustrator and author of Meat in the Middle, a short interactive documentary exploring the impact of a meat-based diet on the environment.
Recent clients include the National Trust and Kelmscott Manor, the summer residence of William Morris.
Selected clients
Trusting my work
Here is what my clients have said about me
“Kati has been a pleasure to work with. Her dedication to the project has been consistent from the first minute to the last. She captured perfectly what the Old Fire Station stands for through her extensive research, unique way of seeing, beautiful colour palette and dreamy characters. We are overjoyed with the result!”
Justine Malone
Arts at the Old Fire Station, Oxford
“The illustrations and site-map that Kati has created for Kelmscott Manor are really very successful and everyone associated with the National Lottery Heritage Fund project was equally impressed with their clarity and the way in which the drawings of the Morris family members, birds and other characters work so well with the typography. She has made a delightful contribution to the Interpretation of the Manor and its outbuildings.”
Peter Cormack
MBE FSA Hon. Curatorial Adviser, Kelmscott Manor
“Kati has been an utter delight to work with and her illustrations have already become a treasured part of our College community. Now, with the map, we have a lovely (and very useful!) souvenir to give our visitors!“
Maryanne Saunders
Lincoln College
“We’re so lucky to be working with such a talented and curious illustrator! Kati’s talent is not just her delicate graphics, but also the wit and insight that she instills in them!”
The Team @
Uncomfortable Oxford
Professional memberships & affiliations
I’m a member of several professional organisations that support best practice in museums, heritage, education and illustration:
- Association of Illustrators (AOI) – the UK professional body for illustrators, supporting industry standards, ethical practice and licensing.
- Association for Heritage Interpretation (AHI) – promoting high-quality heritage interpretation and effective public engagement at historic sites, museums and cultural organisations.
- Group for Education in Museums (GEM) – a professional network focused on museum learning, interpretation and audience engagement.
- Art Fund – supporting museums and galleries across the UK, and staying connected to current exhibitions, collections and sector priorities.
These memberships help ensure my work is informed by up-to-date guidelines in professional illustration, heritage interpretation and museum learning, particularly when working with museums, universities and cultural organisations.
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