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/ ARTIST / 2025
| ARTIST: | Silly Gilly Daily |
| COUNTRY: | Indonesia |
| EMAIL: | info.naelaali@gmail.com |
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| Silly Gilly Daily is the first in a series of illustrated books by Jakarta-based artist and author Naela Ali, introducing her beloved character, Gilly, a soft, thoughtful, and slightly clumsy girl with a big inner world. Told through simple line drawings and quiet musings, the book gently captures the beauty in ordinary days, overthinking, and emotional honesty. Since its debut in 2018, Gilly’s story has continued in two more books: Silly Gilly Daily: Stay at Home (2021), which reflects her quiet pandemic days, and Gilly’s Notes on Life (2025), a tender reflection on growth and life’s gentle missteps. Now translated into Vietnamese and featured at the Taipei Illustration Fair 2025, Gilly’s soft, relatable world continues to comfort readers who feel a little too much—and that’s okay. |
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Gilly and Chuwy
This illustration features a series of playful, heartwarming scenes of Gilly & Chuwy, a girl and her fluffy cat. Drawn in a cozy, hand-drawn style, the images show them biking, hugging, dancing, napping, and simply enjoying everyday moments together. With soft colors and expressive poses, the artwork captures the sweet, silly bond between the two, evoking warmth, whimsy, and the charm of daily life.
Gilly’s Mood
This delightful illustration captures Gilly in various moods and everyday moments. From feeling shy, relaxed, playful, to completely worn out, Gilly expresses a full range of emotions with charm and humor. Dressed in her signature striped shirt and round glasses, she moves through the day in her own clumsy, lovable way. The soft, hand-drawn style adds warmth and relatability to her quiet, quirky personality.
Silly Chuwy Daily
This charming illustration highlights Chuwy, Gilly’s fluffy feline companion, in a variety of adorable poses and expressive moods. From stretching and high-fiving to lying flat like a loaf or curling into a cozy ball, Chuwy’s personality shines through in every scene. His round face, small eyes, and subtle expressions capture everything from contentment to curiosity. With a soft, playful art style and warm colors, Chuwy adds humor, comfort, and a touch of mischief to Gilly’s everyday world.
Gilly and Chuwy Together
This heartwarming illustration features Gilly and her cat Chuwy in a series of expressive, everyday moments together. From sharing a high-five and dancing joyfully to napping side by side or simply sitting in calm companionship, each pose captures the warmth and playfulness of their bond. Their matching moods—silly, sleepy, shy, or cheerful—highlight the quiet comfort and unspoken understanding between them.
It’s Okay to Compare
It’s part of Gilly’s Notes on Life Book, ‘ It's okay to compare, but don't forget—no one else can create exactly like you.’
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This illustration of Gilly is a heartfelt part of Gilly’s Notes on Life, capturing a quiet, reflective moment. It beautifully echoes the book’s message: It’s okay to trade mindless time for something meaningful — a small shift can make a big impact. Gilly’s calm, thoughtful pose invites readers to embrace mindfulness and find meaning in everyday life.
The Joy is the Process
This illustration of Gilly from Gilly’s Notes on Life perfectly captures the spirit of embracing creativity and imperfection. It reminds us that it’s okay to make a colorful mess—because the joy is in the process, not in the perfection. Gilly’s relaxed, carefree pose encourages readers to find happiness in the journey, not just the outcome.
Chuwy
This playful illustration features Chuwy, Gilly’s beloved black-and-white cat and the ultimate nap enthusiast. Shown in three adorable poses—stretching, lounging, and peeking curiously—Chuwy’s chubby charm and tiny paws capture his lazy-yet-lovable personality. With warm tones and a cozy, hand-drawn style, the artwork reflects the lighthearted and gentle world of Silly Gilly Daily.