This is my little corner where history, design, and language come together in hand-drawn art and signage, unique cards, and funky stickers.

Each piece starts with something that catches my attention — a neglected compliance sign that deserves better, quirky tidbits of modern history, questions of philosophy and perception, and all the other odd things humans have been up to. I'm inspired by art nouveau and mid-century design, Californiana, old craft traditions, and whimsical language and concepts.

My work spans hand-drawn art and signage with personality, altered vintage photographs with unexpected additions, and pieces that are equal parts thoughtful and absurd — for the curious, the nostalgic, and anyone who agrees that "Employees Must Wash Their Hands" signage can also be art.

Everything here is original and made by me — no artificial intelligence. Prints are made to order on museum-quality archival paper with archival inks, offered unframed or hand-framed in solid oak or metal. Cards are printed on thick FSC-certified cardstock. Stickers use eco-solvent inks. If you have questions, requests, are interested in wholesale, send me a quick digital letter and let’s see what we can do.

Thank you for supporting my studio. Every purchase, share, and bit of attention means something. I hope you find something that makes you smile or ponder — or both.

This photo was taken by my talented friend Will Ruby

I'm Erica Katrak, a San Francisco-based artist working across illustration, lettering, and sign-making.