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Looking at the world with wonder while building a home within.

This photo I captured at Thunersee and the diver sculpture is by Sibylla Walpen

Inspired by nature and intercultural life, Abroadland crafts stories and designs for curious minds.

We offer creative works such as books and art prints and creative services that bring visions to life.

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I took this photo in the most remote place I’ve been, in Stewart Island, New Zealand.

Maker in Abroadland

Hi, I’m Helena, a designer, artist, cartoonist, nature-lover, mother and many other. I come from Finland and live in Switzerland with my husband and our two kids. Previously we also lived some years in Australia and Singapore.

Abroadland was born from our journeys — exploring places, meeting new people, learning new cultures, missing loved ones, and finding homes in unexpected places. I first began capturing these moments through drawings, and later in other ways too — to connect with people like you💓.

You can often find me in forests, mountains or by lakes. I walk, run, swim and listen to birds, books, podcasts and silence.

I love photography. All the photos on this site and my Instagram were captured by me except for the ones I’m in, they have been taken by my talented friends.

I also paint, create environmental art and grow wild plants for pollinators.

Photo by Mirta Kess, taken in Fürenalp, Engelberg

Since moving abroad, I’ve been working as a freelancer designer and before that I worked in marketing and media companies in Finland. I have an MA in Arts and Design, and I’ve also studied courses on Social Psychology and Sustainable Development.

I volunteer in social and environmental sustainability, supporting causes that drive positive change. Currently I’m volunteering at Capacity.

In my works, I often blend fun and functionality to create things that delight and serve. My design style is a mix of Nordic simplicity, freshness of the ocean (what I miss) and joyful colors from around the world.

Abroadland values

‣ Curiosity. Being interested in different phenomena and people. Learning and growing.

‣ Compassion. Putting yourself in other people’s shoes. Being kind. This relates also to equality.

‣ Connection. With ourselves, others and our environment.

‣ Humour. Makes life a million times better. And funnier 😉

‣ Nature. Promoting the wellbeing of this planet and its habitats.

‣ Authenticity. Celebrating uniqueness and staying true to yourself. Creating your own path.

What about you?

Who are you and what things inspire you?
What would you hope to bring to life?
I’d love to hear from you!

♡ Helena

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