DONNA CATANESE
Donna Catanese is a freelance illustrator based in Cleveland, Ohio, who specializes in creating festive illustrations for the winter holiday season.
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CREATIVE STATEMENT
My love of Christmas design began early in my career at American Greetings, where I discovered how much I enjoyed creating artwork that could capture the magic and emotion of the season. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to design holiday products for clients including TJX, HomeGoods, JoAnn Fabrics, and Barnes & Noble, developing everything from patterns and illustrations to complete product collections. What I love most about Christmas design is the mix of nostalgia and imagination—it’s a chance to create something that feels familiar, joyful, and yet completely fresh. I’m always inspired by finding new ways to make the holidays feel special.
Q&A
What is your favorite holiday dish?
My family is Italian + Sicilian. Every Christmas Eve we try to make the Feast of the Seven Fishes. We've been experimenting with different fish recipes over the years, but my all time favorite is calamari with a simple olive oil and garlic pasta.
Which film do you recommend for holiday viewing?
It's not Christmas without National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation!
What is your go-to gift for the host of a holiday party?
You can't go wrong with a nicely wrapped box of homemade Italian pizzelles.
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