About

About Octopi 

I’m inspired by cute, playful creatures, with octopi at the heart of my work.

My octopi mascot represents curiosity, creativity, and making things that feel comforting and fun. I bring these little characters to life through illustration, ceramics, and cheerful everyday objects.

 

Founder

 Emily is a self taught ceramicist and  illustrator from Canada and the artist behind TheOctopiCafe @theoctopi. 

 

I discovered cute, playful art during lockdown while still studying in university in a non-art field.

 

Art was truly a love-at-first-sight moment. 

What started as a small hobby grew into my shop in 2021 and later into ceramics in 2023 my favourite hands-on medium.

 

Everything I make is meant to feel soft, joyful, and a little bit magical.

 

My journey that has taught me the importance of adaptability, growth, and continuous learning.