Hello! I'm Alexia Peza, a Greek visual artist specializing in book illustration and editorial design, based in Athens. I love translating ideas into stories through drawings, watercolor, and digital media, and I enjoy collaborating with authors, galleries, and classrooms to bring imagery to life. Through teaching and creative projects, I nurture curiosity in young artists and push my own practice with a mix of traditional and contemporary techniques. I value teamwork, experimentation, and thoughtful storytelling in every piece I create.…

Alexia Silia Celia Peza

Hello! I'm Alexia Peza, a Greek visual artist specializing in book illustration and editorial design, based in Athens. I love translating ideas into stories through drawings, watercolor, and digital media, and I enjoy collaborating with authors, galleries, and classrooms to bring imagery to life. Through teaching and creative projects, I nurture curiosity in young artists and push my own practice with a mix of traditional and contemporary techniques. I value teamwork, experimentation, and thoughtful storytelling in every piece I create.…

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Hello! I’m Alexia Peza, a Greek visual artist specializing in book illustration and editorial design, based in Athens. I love translating ideas into stories through drawings, watercolor, and digital media, and I enjoy collaborating with authors, galleries, and classrooms to bring imagery to life.
Through teaching and creative projects, I nurture curiosity in young artists and push my own practice with a mix of traditional and contemporary techniques. I value teamwork, experimentation, and thoughtful storytelling in every piece I create.

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Language

English
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Fluent

Work Experience

Gallery Assistant at American College of Greece
July 1, 2021 - September 23, 2025
Assisted the gallery manager and technicians with artwork installation and exhibition setups. Coordinated events and collaborated with artists to ensure the smooth functioning of gallery operations.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
June 1, 2022 - Present
Worked on various projects including children's books, editorial illustrations, and branding materials. Collaboration with clients to create visually compelling narratives tailored to their needs.
Artist at Art Studio
April 1, 2023 - Present
Full-time artist at an independent Art Studio in Athens; developing personal artworks and commissions.
Art Teacher at Instateacher
September 1, 2023 - Present
Part-time art teacher; teaching Messy Play and Sensor Creative to ages 6-12 and drawing/painting to older children.
Student Assistant at ACG Art Gallery, Deree–The American College of Greece
September 14, 2021 - December 10, 2021
Reception duties, client service, created labels for artworks, cataloged storage items, and assisted with artwork installations on campus.
Apprentice at Allouche Benias Gallery
June 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Maintained gallery premises, packaged supplies & archived artworks; welcomed visitors; edited photographs for publication; translated press releases; coordinated collaborators; assisted in openings.
Client Service and Reception Duties at Deans Office, Francis Rich School of Fine and Performing Arts
January 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Client service and file archives; assisted at the opening of the Collectanea Exhibition at the ACG Gallery; supervised artworks and hung event posters.
Client Service and Reception Duties at ACG Gallery / Collectanea Exhibition, The American College of Greece
September 16, 2020 - December 16, 2020
Assisted at the opening of the Collectanea Exhibition; supervised artworks and hung posters; handled archives and visitor services.
Reception Duties and Client Service at Student Affairs Office, ACG
January 16, 2017 - April 26, 2017
Informed students and alumni about campus events; designed posters for events and illustrated emails.
Graphic Designer / Office Support at Graphic Design Office/Department, Deree
January 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017
Client service, office and studio maintenance; archives of artworks and storage; handling materials.
Art Teacher Assistant at American Community School of Athens
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2014
Preparation of art class and materials; art project assistance; maintenance of classroom premises; childcare and supervision for Grades 1-5.
Shadowing Editor-Layout Trainee at Kathimerini SA
June 1, 2013 - Present
Shadowing editor-layout; trainee in magazine offices & graphic department.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Arts at Deree The American College of Greece
September 14, 2014 - June 22, 2022
Fine arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts at The American College of Greece
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts at Deree– The American College of Greece
September 1, 2014 - January 1, 2022
American High School Diploma, IB Diploma at American Community Schools of Athens (ACS)
September 1, 2008 - June 1, 2014

Qualifications

Illustrated Portrait in Watercolor taught by Ana Santos (Illustrator), Illustration and Painting.
June 1, 2020 - August 14, 2020
Illustrated Portrait in Watercolor taught by Ana Santos (Illustrator), Illustration and Painting. ID: 09723309d220a4d119bb349fd42e9bd0 Digital Art with Wacom Tablet and analog materials
Online course Fairy-Tale Illustration with Watercolors taught by Dolle Étoile.
March 1, 2024 - March 25, 2024
Character Design Watercolors Fairy Fantasy theme
Domestika online course Illustration Techniques to Unlock your Creativity taught by Adolfo Serra (Illustrator), Children's and YA Illustration.. ID: e544fe8a173c24b41124431c2fce6513
March 11, 2025 - March 11, 2025
Domestika online course: Illustration Techniques to Unlock your Creativity taught by Adolfo Serra (Illustrator), Children's and YA Illustration.. ID: e544fe8a173c24b41124431c2fce6513
March 1, 2024 - March 19, 2024
Mixed Media Animal drawing Experimentation with various techniques: markers, watercolors, pastels, color pencils, etc.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
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