hi, I'm Marta!
I’m Marta, an Italian illustrator and concept artist, currently based in Milan, Italy. I have a background as a marine biologist and have grown up as a self-taught artist. I have a bachelor's degree in biology and a master's in marine sciences. I am currently working as a book illustrator specialized in book internal designs, influenced by everything folklore and fantasy. My art is mainly inspired by my love for nature, fantasy and sci-fi.
Besides drawing, I’m very passionate about scuba diving, biology and bunnies! When I’m not drawing for work, I go to the gym regularly, spend time with my family and my bunnies and read books.
For commercial work and collaborations, please reach out to intotheforest.illustrations@gmail.com
✶Currently querying for an agent✶
Clients
Adriana Herrera & Ali Hazelwood / A.K. Mulford / Amber V. Nicole / Clare Sager / Jason Carl / Jeanette Rose & Alexis Rune / Penn Cole / Raven Kennedy / Zoey Draven
Bücherbüchse Book Box / Dreamer Whale Book Box / Page & Wick / Rainbow Crate Book Box / Imaginarium Book Festival
Procreate #YouMadeThis: Lightbox Expo, 2025
Indie Ink Award 2025 // 2 nominations and 1 finalist for Prettiest book interior.
✶Features, Press & Events✶
Bold Journey - Interview
Bold Journey 2 - Story & Lesson Highlights with Marta Riva
CanvasRebel - Interview
Forevermore (1 & 2 issues) - Feature
Graveside Press
ManicWorld Magazine - Drawn to the Story; Marta rediscovers the artist
Prosetrics
Imaginarium Book Festival; June 2026