Describing her work as graphic art,[1] Marian Bantjes is known for her custom lettering, intricate patterning and decorative style.

[2] Inspired by illuminated manuscripts, Islamic calligraphy, Baroque ornamentation,[1] Marian Bantjes creates detailed work, often combining the forms of her disparate influences.

[8] Bantjes is known for her detailed and lovingly precise vector art, obsessive hand work, patterning and highly ornamental style.

Bantjes' clients include Pentagram, Stefan Sagmeister, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bruce Mau Design, Young & Rubicam Chicago, Anni Kuan, Houghton Mifflin, Print Magazine, Wallpaper* , WIRED, The Guardian (UK), The New York Times, among others.

Her work has been featured in STEP, étapes (Paris), Azure, Matrix (Quebec) Tupigrafia (Brazil) and Print, Fontshop's Font 004, and Eye magazine (#58).