The Heart Behind the Lines

For over 9 years, Smiling Wild has been more than just a vector shop—it’s a tribute to the unique bond between humans and their dogs. I am an artist and the author of a professional guidebook on vector illustration (in Latvian), dedicated to capturing the precise anatomy and soulful expression of every breed. 

My mission is simple: to create designs that aren't just breed silhouettes, but true portraits. When a customer tells me that a vector file looks exactly like their beloved family member, I know I’ve achieved my goal. From rare breeds to technical CNC-ready files, every line is hand-drawn to ensure that the spirit of the animal shines through.

• ✍️ 100% Hand-Drawn Craftsmanship – No AI, just authentic artistry. Every line is hand-drawn to capture the true character of the breed.
• 📐 Precision for Makers – Technical excellence is our priority. Every file is optimized for clean cutting on vinyl machines and printing and laser. Lately we are working on creating specific files with bridges between details and bolder lines to offer fileses for thoses CNC, laser, and vinyl machines crafters who need single piece designs for metal & wooden signs or more simple weeding for vinyl makers.
• 🐕 Rare Breeds & Unique Details – We celebrate the diversity of the canine world, offering high-quality vectors for even the rarest breeds.
• 👁️ The Soul in the Gaze – More than just a silhouette. We specialize in capturing the lifelike expression that dog owners truly recognize.
  

Long term clients

My work is trusted by international commercial clients, including TIROLIS® Trendagentur (Austria) for embroidery for custom apparel, Emoticon.se (Sweden) for glass etching, and 4pfotenshop (Germany) for vinyl decals and many dog owners and dog breed organisations.