Japanese-Inspired Graphic Design and Illustration in Melbourne

Japanese graphic designer and illustrator, Natalie Ex, specialises in clean line, playful, and polished graphic design for businesses and creatives across Australia and beyond.

Natalie Ex is a Melbourne based Visual Communication Studio specialising in Japanese‑inspired clean‑line graphic design and illustration. I help businesses and creatives bring their brands to life with visuals that feel confident, warm, and unique.

With 20+ years of experience, I work with clients from beauty brands and bars to organisations and creatives. Whether it’s logos, packaging or editorial illustrations, I deliver thoughtful design with a distinctive Japanese aesthetic.

Based in Melbourne and available Australia‑wide, I’m all about professionalism, strong collaboration, and work that stands out. If you want visuals that combine form and function, let’s work together.

Melbourne-based Japanese-inspired graphic designer and illustrator Natalie Ex — Want a custom Japanese-inspired design or illustration for your brand?

Whether you’re after a unique illustrated map, clean-line branding, or editorial artwork. I’d love to hear about your project.
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See how Japanese design aesthetics meet modern branding and illustration in Natalie’s portfolio.

What My Clients Said

At Natalie Ex Studio, client collaboration is at the heart of every project. From corporate branding to creative illustration, I focus on delivering design solutions that are both polished and purposeful. But don’t just take my word for it - here’s what clients across Melbourne and beyond have said about working together.

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The illustration was beyond anything I imagined. Natalie was a joy to work with.

Emily van der Walt, Director, Silverwaters Winery | Victoria
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Natalie’s designs are iconic, simple, and always on point.

Gus Sharp, Director, Friendly Potential Events | Auckland, New Zealand
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Natalie’s design work is invaluable. The business wouldn’t be the same without her.

Zak Cooper, Director, Flux Bar | Christchurch, New Zealand
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Natalie created artwork for our event used on posters, website, and merch, and nailed the brief on the first draft! Highly recommend!

Deb Langley, Events at Reclink | Melbourne, Australia
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Reliable, professional, and full of amazing design ideas. Natalie brought my vision to life.

Arona Mane, Music Producer | Sydney, Australia
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Creative, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. We were thrilled with the results.

Maggie Cusdin, Plans in Motion Town Planners, Melbourne
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Studio Core Values

Results | Let’s Grow Together

My goal is to create aesthetically pleasing solutions that deliver tangible results. Nothing brings me more satisfaction than seeing the brands I help develop grow from strength to strength!

Education, Experience and Integrity

I have a Bachelor of Visual Communication Design and over 20 years of industry experience spanning Graphic Design, Illustration and Digital Marketing. I believe that a strong foundation consisting of formal education and keeping up to date with industry trends is the key to success.

Personable, Professional and Punctual

Working with a creative should be a pleasant experience. My aim is to be approachable and helpful throughout the process, so that you receive art work that meet your needs, when you need them.