Ana Soto is a Costa Rican contemporary jewelry designer and artist, and the visionary behind the fine jewelry brand lil nice things. Her practice is deeply informed by the vibrant landscapes and rich textures of her childhood in Greece, celebrating the interplay between color, nostalgia, and self-expression through the medium of gemstones.

Blending playfulness with meticulous craftsmanship, Ana’s work treats each piece as a miniature narrative of joy, care, and connection. Her designs serve as wearable stories that bridge personal memory and contemporary adornment. Currently based in the United States, Ana leads her independent creative brand while working at Apple. Her work reflects a unique synthesis of organic artistic expression and the precision of world-class design standards.