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maren@marenbruin.nl
+31 (0)6 52144987
Maren Bruin
Boulevard Heuvelink 203
6828KN, Arnhem
The Netherlands
Maren Bruin
Boulevard Heuvelink 203
6828KN, Arnhem
The Netherlands
maren@marenbruin.nl
+31 (0)6 52144987
I usually reply within 1–2 days.
FAQ
A few answers about how I work,
so you know what to expect.
I work with art directors, editors, researchers, publishers and independent brands who need a strong visual idea for a story. My work is often used for magazine articles, healthcare publications, thesis covers, book covers and visual storytelling around specialty coffee, tea and cacao.
Projects with a story behind them. That can be an article, a research subject, a book cover, or a brand story about origin, craft, flavour or people. I especially enjoy subjects with layers: care, research, human stories, nature, food culture, coffee, tea and cacao.
Not at all. Some clients come with a clear brief, and others just know they have a product or brand that needs a stronger visual direction. Both are completely fine. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. A good starting point can simply be: this is what I’m making, and this is where I feel something is still missing.
Pricing depends on the type of project, the scope and how the work will be used. A single illustration is different from a full packaging or identity project. Extra formats, rollout or wider usage can also affect the final fee. The starting prices give a useful first idea. From there, I shape a quote around what your project actually needs.
It depends on the project, but most projects take between a few weeks and a couple of months. A focused illustration can move quite quickly. A broader identity or packaging project needs more time for research, concept development, feedback and refinement. If you already have a timeline in mind, you can mention it when you get in touch.
Yes, absolutely. I work remotely with clients in different places, and that usually works very smoothly through email, calls and shared feedback. What matters most is not being in the same room, but having a shared sense of direction and a clear process.
Once the project is finished, I deliver the agreed final files in the right formats for use. Depending on the type of project, that might include print-ready files, digital assets or simple guidance on how to use the work consistently. And of course, if there is follow-up work afterwards, such as rollout, extra formats or future additions, that can always be discussed.
I work with art directors, editors, researchers, publishers and independent brands who need a strong visual idea for a story. My work is often used for magazine articles, healthcare publications, thesis covers, book covers and visual storytelling around specialty coffee, tea and cacao.
Projects with a story behind them. That can be an article, a research subject, a book cover, or a brand story about origin, craft, flavour or people. I especially enjoy subjects with layers: care, research, human stories, nature, food culture, coffee, tea and cacao.
Not at all. Some clients come with a clear brief, and others just know they have a product or brand that needs a stronger visual direction. Both are completely fine. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. A good starting point can simply be: this is what I’m making, and this is where I feel something is still missing.
Pricing depends on the type of project, the scope and how the work will be used. A single illustration is different from a full packaging or identity project. Extra formats, rollout or wider usage can also affect the final fee. The starting prices give a useful first idea. From there, I shape a quote around what your project actually needs.
It depends on the project, but most projects take between a few weeks and a couple of months. A focused illustration can move quite quickly. A broader identity or packaging project needs more time for research, concept development, feedback and refinement. If you already have a timeline in mind, you can mention it when you get in touch.
Yes, absolutely. I work remotely with clients in different places, and that usually works very smoothly through email, calls and shared feedback. What matters most is not being in the same room, but having a shared sense of direction and a clear process.
Once the project is finished, I deliver the agreed final files in the right formats for use. Depending on the type of project, that might include print-ready files, digital assets or simple guidance on how to use the work consistently. And of course, if there is follow-up work afterwards, such as rollout, extra formats or future additions, that can always be discussed.
I work with art directors, editors, researchers, publishers and independent brands who need a strong visual idea for a story. My work is often used for magazine articles, healthcare publications, thesis covers, book covers and visual storytelling around specialty coffee, tea and cacao.
Projects with a story behind them. That can be an article, a research subject, a book cover, or a brand story about origin, craft, flavour or people. I especially enjoy subjects with layers: care, research, human stories, nature, food culture, coffee, tea and cacao.
Not at all. Some clients come with a clear brief, and others just know they have a product or brand that needs a stronger visual direction. Both are completely fine. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. A good starting point can simply be: this is what I’m making, and this is where I feel something is still missing.
Pricing depends on the type of project, the scope and how the work will be used. A single illustration is different from a full packaging or identity project. Extra formats, rollout or wider usage can also affect the final fee. The starting prices give a useful first idea. From there, I shape a quote around what your project actually needs.
It depends on the project, but most projects take between a few weeks and a couple of months. A focused illustration can move quite quickly. A broader identity or packaging project needs more time for research, concept development, feedback and refinement. If you already have a timeline in mind, you can mention it when you get in touch.
Yes, absolutely. I work remotely with clients in different places, and that usually works very smoothly through email, calls and shared feedback. What matters most is not being in the same room, but having a shared sense of direction and a clear process.
Once the project is finished, I deliver the agreed final files in the right formats for use. Depending on the type of project, that might include print-ready files, digital assets or simple guidance on how to use the work consistently. And of course, if there is follow-up work afterwards, such as rollout, extra formats or future additions, that can always be discussed.

