Visual Storyteller

I help clients covey who they are and what they stand for. I do this by capturing their story in a pen drawing and incorporating it into (business) gifts and communication expressions.

I learned to appreciate the power of simplicity In Italy (home base for 2 years). That’s what you also see in my drawings. Capturing your essence.

Sparkling me

Hi! I’m Marlies, a Dutch creative with a big heart for Italy. With 25 years of experience in tourism, communications, and events, I discovered the transformative power of storytelling—a passion that has shaped my career.

In 2019, inspired by a Mel Robbins post, “Is it ONE day, or is this day ONE?”, I decided to share my drawings on Instagram. The response was overwhelming. Within two weeks, I had my first clients, and To Sparkle was born.

Visual Storyteller

I help clients covey who they are and what they stand for. I do this by capturing their story in a pen drawing and incorporating it into (business) gifts and communication expressions.

I learned to appreciate the power of simplicity In Italy (home base for 2 years). That’s what you also see in my drawings. Capturing your essence.