JANA SCHIRMER
Schirmer has been particularly active on oekaki boards, where Lois first came across her. On a platform typically used for simple pixel art, Schirmer created elaborate works.
“Jana’s work was on a different level and sent shockwaves through the oekaki community,” Lois says. “Not only was the technique incredible, the art itself was gorgeous; so lush and complex, with a slight edge to it. The biggest shocker? These drawings were being made by a 13-year-old girl!
“I still remember the moment she dropped a compliment onto one of my artworks. I was so honoured. She was a true legend and a big reason that I moved away from more flat colouring and started exploring more painterly styles.”