What I love the most is that feeling of freedom when I’m on a ferry heading to Helsinki or just biking through the forests near Pirita. I’m obsessed with aesthetics—like, I love capturing the "golden hour" light on my old film camera. I also have a massive soft spot for thrift shopping; finding a vintage jacket that no one else has is my ultimate dopamine hit. I love rainy days when I can just curl up with a cup of hot chocolate, a good book, and my cat, Misu. And, honestly, I love deep conversations that last until 4 AM about life, the universe, and nothing in particular. Those are the best.

My biggest dream right now is to travel. Not just the typical tourist stuff, but backpacking across Europe on a budget, staying in hostels, and meeting random people. I want to study graphic design or photography—something creative where I can tell stories through images. My goal for this year is to save up enough money from my job to buy a one-way ticket to somewhere warm, like Portugal or Spain. And in the long run? I want to create my own zine or maybe open a tiny café/art gallery in Tallinn where people can hang out, read, and listen to good music. I just want to live a life full of stories, good coffee, and genuine connections. That’s the dream.

Hey! I’m Dwana, and I just turned 18 last month. I was born and raised in Tallinn, which is honestly a magical city, especially when it snows and looks like a fairytale. But I also love the crazy contrast of our summers when the sun barely sets and everyone is outside until 2 AM. Right now, I’m finishing up my last year of high school, which is super stressful, but I’m also so ready to see what’s next. I spend most of my free time either at the local skate park (even though I’m not great at it, I love the vibe) or working part-time at a cozy little bookstore in the Old Town. I’m that girl who always has her headphones on, usually listening to some random indie playlist or a true crime podcast.

Honestly, I can’t stand fake people. You know, the ones who are super sweet to your face but then talk behind your back? No time for that energy. I also hate the freezing, dark winters here when it’s like -20°C and the sun is only up for like 5 hours—it makes me feel so lazy and unmotivated. I hate when people chew loudly, it literally drives me insane. And I really, really dislike the pressure that everyone expects you to have your whole life figured out at 18. Like, excuse me, I’m just trying to figure out what I want to eat for breakfast, let alone my whole career path!