I was born and raised in Belgrade, Serbia, where I live with my husband, who is Italian, and our three kids that are the true inspiration for my work. I have a Masters degree from the Faculty of Applied Arts, and have started on my PhD thesis in Applied Arts and Design, through which I get to explore even more within the fields of painting, graphic and textile design.
I was raised in an artistic family, so being “crafty” and creative is something that kept me company since my early childhood. My father is a painter, my mother is a ceramic pottery artist, and my sister is a production designer. Growing up in such environment, I often had opportunities to create and design and have continued throughout my life with an array of mediums like drawing, illustrating, calligraphy, graphic design, linoleum printing, photography, and more recently, sewing. I find inspiration everywhere and I love taking many pictures of things that move me, either by their shape, texture or color.
When I took the role of a mother, I found I had very limited time to dedicate to art. So, being home often and with a need to create, I discovered the world of fabric. I began to sew after repairing my mother’s vintage sewing machine and soon upgraded to a Serger. The first results were encouraging, pushing me forward to try more complicated techniques and garment pieces. In a few short years, I was led to drawing and making my own patterns after much practice with making unique and fun pieces of clothes for my daughter. My pattern label, “Like Flowers and Butterflies”, was born in 2006. Lately I am lured by quilts and quilting. I love making quilt blocks and having made a few quilts on my own has given me the desire to try and experiment much more in this field. I blog about my creative adventures at Like Flowers and Butterflies.
Step into floral bliss through the lush aisles of florist shops with “Plentiful” by Katarina Roccella. Stroll through watercolor blooms, and indulge in juicy fruits & citrus hues. Handpainted motifs in botanicals infuse your creations with a burst of color & whimsy.
Discover the enchanting world of ‘Eerie’ by Katarina Roccella – a bewitching collection inspired by the magic of Halloween. With witches, ghosts, pumpkins, and moonlit nights as muses, it weaves eerie elegance and playful whimsy for a spooktacular celebration!
Delicate whispers in shades from mauve to deepest gray and steely blue add a dash of style in Seedling. Effortlessly cool in mineral shades, these subtle blenders are truly timeless.
Enter Katarina’s creative realm with AbstrArt, where organic fragments and intuitive motifs intertwine, blending a harmonious tapestry of modern-fluid forms and imperfect geometries. Embracing textured backgrounds and hand-drawn elements, this collection celebrates the slow artisan process and the unique essence of handwork, inviting you to embark on new and inspiring projects.
Embark on a mesmerizing tour of Florence’s Renaissance treasures through Katarina’s artful florals and geometric motifs. Drawing inspiration from masterpieces at Duomo, Uffizi, and Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, her work pays homage to Botticelli’s terracotta tones and heavenly blues, celebrating the divine beauty and richness of the world.
Enter an enchanted winter wonderland inspired by Nordic Holiday traditions and celebrate cherished memories in Wintertale. Winter wishes fall like snowflakes in this nostalgic holiday collection in shades of peppermint, blushing pinks and rich shades of spruce and ruby. Get cozy with timeless prints that celebrate the merriest time of the year.
