Maria Olsson

Maria Olsson, born 1977, is a Swedish textile designer, illustrator and graphic designer. Maria has always had a creative spark within her that has driven her to explore and express herself through various artistic media.

Maria has a background in scientific illustration, which has provided her with a strong foundation for understanding and representing the beauty of nature in a detailed and artistic manner. When Maria creates patterns for Ekelund, she particularly focuses on motifs featuring flowers and animals.

Nature serves as Maria's primary source of inspiration, and it's during her walks or runs through the woods that her best design ideas come to life. Maria believes that the ever-changing beauty and complexity of nature offer endless opportunities for crafting beautiful and meaningful patterns.