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ABOUTHi, I am a passionate Austrian illustrator with a quirky and sometimes dark sense of humor. I’ve been creating whimsical and endearing characters ever since I could hold a pencil, which naturally led me to explore graphic novels. After earning a Master’s degree in MultiMedia Art in Austria and a Master of Arts in Illustration from FIT in New York, I began producing hundreds of charming and nerdy designs for the licensing market. My work also extends to illustrating children’s books for renowned publishers such as Macmillan, Workman Publishing, and Epic!. Comedy plays a central role in my art—especially when it comes to blending silly, innocent moments with a darker sense of humor. I’m fascinated by how the world can be both wonderful and terrifying at once, and how life itself is often just plain weird. I also have a special love for odd science topics, from gross bodily functions to parasitic lifeforms and beyond. CLIENTSThreadless, Workman Publishing, Insight Editions, Dorkly, CBS, Macmillan, Epic! For Kids, Cartoonist Joscha Sauer, Kleine Zeitung (daily Austrian Newspaper), ÖAMTC, Landesbibliothek Steiermark (Public Library Styria) EDUCATIONMultiMedia Art, University of Applied Sciences Salzburg, Austria, 2003 – 2007: Master of Science Illustration, Fulbright Scholarship, Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) New York, 2009 – 2011: Master of Arts Schoolism in-house workshop, a 30-day intensive course in Tortonto, 2013 EXHIBITIONSociety of Illustrators, New York – Illustrators 54 Parks Art – Graz, Austria Star Trek: 50 Artists. 50 Years SKILLS & EXPERTISECharacter Design – Specialist in creating fun, endearing characters with a touch of whimsy. I love designing expressive figures that bring stories to life and often place them in rich, detailed scenes full of visual jokes and hidden elements. Children’s Book Illustration – Experience in picture books, middle-grade books, and educational publishing. Comfortable with a wide range of tones, from silly and lighthearted to slightly spooky or science-based. Licensing & Merchandise – Extensive work in the licensing market, including nerdy and pop culture-related designs. Skilled in preparing artwork for digital and screen printing, and experienced in creating repeat patterns for apparel and products. Graphic Novels & Comics – Solid background in visual storytelling and sequential art. I’ve created multiple published comic projects for the German market, focusing on humor, fantasy, and character-driven narratives. Reliability & Communication – Highly organized, deadline-driven, and easy to work with. I value clear communication and bring a collaborative spirit to every project. Photo @ Slorrel |
