In the studio, every design starts with a simple sketchbook and pen. From there, Annika brings her visions to life by hand-drawing them onto Asian wood, a technique she mastered during her residency at the University of Shanghai in 2006.

Working alongside masters in woodblock printing, Annika developed her unique style, which sets her apart in the industry. Unlike traditional methods that use separate blocks for each color, Annika carves away each color layer by layer, using the same block for all her designs.

This process is both time-consuming and unpredictable. It takes at least a month to complete a series of carvings and color layers, and any mistake means starting over from scratch. But it's this element of chance that adds to the richness and depth of her prints.

Once Annika is satisfied with her block and repeat, she prints all designs by hand in her Somerset studio using non-toxic techniques. Ink is rolled onto the wood and printed over the previous layer, resulting in uniquely rich, layered prints.

Finally, the designs are scanned and manufactured in the UK on the finest papers and fabrics, ensuring the highest quality end product.

In Annika's world, tradition meets innovation to create prints that are as playful as they are timeless.