Hi! I'm Kato 👋 creative director and illustrator behind Hey Kato Studio.

I create visuals for brands—from Adobe splash screens to startups, local initiatives, and cultural institutions. I love design that connects, converts, and brings a bit of optimism. Based in Riga, fueled by coffee.
edtech illustration, brand illustration system, illustration style guide
mascot, character design, packaging
app illustration, product illustration
Brand Illustration, Merch, Pins, Stickers
high-impact imagery, hero imagery, brand art
high-impact imagery, hero imagery, brand art
brand strategy, brand identity
app illustration, book cover, product illustration
podcast cover design, visual identity
Editorial illustration, animation, GIF
brand illustration, sound design, audio branding
Selected Clients
From global brands to growing startups and local initiatives, I bring the same energy to every project. But okay, let me have my namedropping moment.