
Mariana Avila Lagunes
Children's Book Illustrator

Hello!
I'm Mariana Avila Lagunes, a freelance illustrator and character artist from Monterrey, Mexico, who loves creating colorful artwork and memorable, magical moments.
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I graduated Universidad de Monterrey with a degree in Animation and Visual Effects, and studied an Expert Program in Character Design in Madrid.
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I love watching movies, bright colors, stories about positivity and representing Mexican culture!
I speak fluent English and Spanish.
I'm currently seeking representation, and available for work.
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Clients
Work History
Awards/Recognitions
"Río de Sueños" Videogame Project, featured and recognized in 3er Encuentro de Humanidades Digitales, COLEGIO DE MEXICO
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Cum Laude - Universidad de Monterrey 2017
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SALVARTE - Second Place, Art Contest for Mexican Nature Rreservation
Featured Speaker - Women Coders Night: Game Edition - 2016 Women who Code
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Disney
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ABRAMS
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Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
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Kate Spade NY
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GLAMOUR
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"Río de Sueños" Videogame Project, featured and recognized in 3er Encuentro de Humanidades Digitales, COLEGIO DE MEXICO
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Cum Laude - Universidad de Monterrey 2017
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SALVARTE - Second Place, Art Contest for Mexican Nature Rreservation
Featured Speaker - Women Coders Night: Game Edition - 2016 Women who Code