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's "Make Art That Sells" Workshop

As part of the “Make Art That Sells” workshop, I developed freelance editorial work and product designs that combine creative concepts such as “Tomorrow,” “Optimism,” and “Success” with colorful illustrations. Under the guidance of Lilla Rogers, an internationally renowned illustration agent, I was able to grow as an artist and bring new project ideas to life. The pieces showcase my personal approach to rich detail, collage techniques, and storytelling in editorial illustrations as well as decorative product designs. A handmade aesthetic meets modern color palettes.

Watercolor illustration of a cupcake with pink frosting, raspberries, and mint—watercolor and digital drawing. The illustration was created as a personal project during a professional development workshop. It falls under the category of food illustration.
Watercolor illustration of a panna cotta dessert with strawberries and pansies—watercolor and digital drawing. The illustration was created as a personal project during a professional development workshop. It falls under the category of food illustration.
Watercolor illustration of four designs for dessert plates. Each plate features a different main motif: a raspberry cupcake, a panna cotta dessert, macarons, and éclairs. Created as a spring-inspired design featuring desserts and flowers—watercolor and digital illustration.
Watercolor illustration of three éclairs with pink cream and strawberry, green cream and pistachio, and yellow cream and lemon—watercolor and digital drawing. The illustration was created as a personal project during a professional development workshop. It is part of
Watercolor illustration of colorful macarons decorated with flowers and fruit. The illustration was created as a personal project during a professional development workshop. It falls under the category of food illustration.
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Portfolio Projects

These freelance editorial illustrations were created during a workshop at Make Art That Sells (www.makeartthatsells.com), a leading platform for illustrators that teaches creative skills for commercial use in the editorial and licensing markets. Under the experienced guidance of Lilla Rogers, I was able to develop concepts, combine collage elements, and purposefully use storytelling through illustrations. I participate regularly to hone my skills and stay on top of trends.

The work demonstrates how modular collages, detailed vignettes, full-page illustrations, and colorful scenes can be used in both magazines and digital media. The result is a portfolio that combines creative versatility and readability for clients in the editorial industry.

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