Marika Eerola
Hello! I am Marika Eerola, an illustrator and graphic designer (TaM) from Helsinki. I create illustrations in a variety of different techniques and I have done a lot of editorial illustrations, especially. My illustrations have been published in newspapers, magazines, customer magazines and company publications. I like brainstorming and crystallizing text into a visual form.
My illustration style varies depending on the project and I like to try new techniques and combine them. I have studied illustration in America (East Carolina University, School of Art and Design).
Let me know what you have in mind and I'll see if I can help!
Graphic design, visual journalism
Suomen Luonto Magazine, Helsingin Sanomat, Luonnonsuojelija Magazine, Ekonomi Magazine
Climate literature / Suomen Luonto Magazine
Illustration for an article on climate literature.
Climate literature / Suomen Luonto Magazine
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Cover illustration / Luonnonsuojelija Magazine
Cover illustration for Luonnonsuojelija Magazine issue 4/2022.
Cover illustration / Luonnonsuojelija Magazine
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Tinder and physical disability / Image Magazine
An illustration for an article in Image magazine about Tinder and having to tell a potential crush about one’s physical disability.
Tinder and physical disability / Image Magazine
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Keep the Carbon kilos under control! / Helsingin Sanomat
An illustration for an article on the impact consumer have in reducing emissions. Driving and heating add the most kilos to the average Finn’s carbon footprint, which at the time of writing is around 10,000 kilograms per year.
Keep the Carbon kilos under control! / Helsingin Sanomat
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Animation, a Network Too Sparse / Suomenluonto.fi
Finland’s network of protected areas is like an archipelago. The isolation of these areas threatens species that are unable to move between patches.
https://suomenluonto.fi/artikkelit/liian-harva-verkko-suomen-nykyiset-suojelualueet-eivat-riita/
Animation, a Network Too Sparse / Suomenluonto.fi
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Animation, a Network Too Sparse / Suomenluonto.fi
Finland’s network of protected areas is like an archipelago. The isolation of these areas threatens species that are unable to move between patches.
https://suomenluonto.fi/artikkelit/liian-harva-verkko-suomen-nykyiset-suojelualueet-eivat-riita/
Having a baby, not getting one / Helsingin Sanomat
Illustration for an article on becoming a mother at different ages. Stretched adolescence increases infertility.
Having a baby, not getting one / Helsingin Sanomat
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Something's buzzing in the backyard / Neste Oil, Refine Magazine
Set in the future, the article looks at what kind of machines people might use in and around their homes.
Something's buzzing in the backyard / Neste Oil, Refine Magazine
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The joys and miseries of studying / Polyteekkari magazine
Illustration for an article in the Polyteekkari magazine of the Student Union of the Helsinki University of Technology on how to cope with studies.
The joys and miseries of studying / Polyteekkari magazine
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The Pace of Spring infographic / Suomen Luonto Magazine
Infographic monitoring the amount of light in Utsjoki and Helsinki. Suomen Luonto magazine 2/2023.
The Pace of Spring infographic / Suomen Luonto Magazine
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No change for the sake of change / Ekonomi Magazine
An illustration for an article discussing when change is necessary and when not.
No change for the sake of change / Ekonomi Magazine
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Animation, Thirsty Trees / Suomen Luonto Magazine
The dry early summer left trees behind,
whose leaves browned to the ground.
What happened to them? Suomen Luonto Magazine 08/23.
Animation, Thirsty Trees / Suomen Luonto Magazine
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Animation, Thirsty Trees / Suomen Luonto Magazine
The dry early summer left trees behind,
whose leaves browned to the ground.
What happened to them? Suomen Luonto Magazine 08/23.
Karkki & Grilli Nova / Meira Nova
Visual design of the cover. Karkki & Grilli Nova (confectionery and barbecue catalogue for Meira Nova customers).
Karkki & Grilli Nova / Meira Nova
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