San Marino: A Vector Illustration Collection From Our Own Design Studio Surrounded by the picturesque Italian countryside, the Republic of San Marino is an independent nation and one of the smallest on earth. Located in the mountains near the Adriatic Sea, San Marino is steeped in a history that dates back to the 4th century.  This small country rivals the Tuscan countryside in its beauty, and it served as the inspiration for an entire collection of vector illustrations crafted by YouWorkForThem Design Studio. San Marino is a colorful and abstract series