My name is Ilona — it’s pronounced EE-Low-Nah. I was born in Ireland to French parents and grew up between Ireland, Canada, and the U.S. I love to travel, eat good food, go hiking, hang out with my dog, matcha, snowboarding, and spend time with my friends!

Growing up in a bilingual household and living in three different countries gave me an early appreciation for different languages and cultures. It also made me adaptable, curious, and comfortable in multicultural spaces — something that continues to shape the way I see the world today.​

When I’m not doing something outdoors, you’ll probably find me working on something creative, whether it’s a design project, painting watercolor or on glass, drawing both digital and on paper, or even sewing a bag specifically for my yoga classes. I love switching between creative outlets because that’s what keeps life fun and interesting, at least to me!