Rika's vogeltjes c. 1902

This print by Pellerin & Cie. tells a story through these charming vignettes, bordered by little birds fluttering around. You can almost hear them chirping! I'm thinking about how the artist might have felt, mapping out this narrative in small frames, each a little window into Rika's world and her feathered friends. Were they thinking about how the images might sit together on the page? What does it mean to tell a story visually like this? The pastel hues and the simple lines create a tender atmosphere. The soft colours and careful compositions give this a very light and friendly vibe, it reminds me of folk art. I'm reminded of other illustrators who use a similar technique to tell stories across panels. It's a timeless echo of creativity, each artist building on the past, dreaming up new stories. Painting, storytelling – it's all about feeling, expression, and leaving space for everyone to see something different.