My name is Maliah Stokes. I am a multi-media artist who studied Graphic Design in College. I understand the value of both traditional and digital art. I love Painting, Design, and Drawing. Most of my experience has been with teaching and curation however I still love illustration. I do have illustration based work as well through collaboration with other artists and commissions.

Maliah A Stokes

My name is Maliah Stokes. I am a multi-media artist who studied Graphic Design in College. I understand the value of both traditional and digital art. I love Painting, Design, and Drawing. Most of my experience has been with teaching and curation however I still love illustration. I do have illustration based work as well through collaboration with other artists and commissions.

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My name is Maliah Stokes. I am a multi-media artist who studied Graphic Design in College. I understand the value of both traditional and digital art. I love Painting, Design, and Drawing. Most of my experience has been with teaching and curation however I still love illustration. I do have illustration based work as well through collaboration with other artists and commissions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Art Assistant at Fullerton
April 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
For my senior project I shadowed an Art School Art Teacher. We taught kids how to use tools to cut glass and make mosaics and collages. Creativity was encouraged.
Featured Artist/ Illustrator at Theatre Alliance
July 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
I was scouted for a program targeting Black artists. My job was to make illustrations for this performance. My work was animated with dialogue.
Featured Artist/ Curation at Wignall Museum, Chaffey College
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
My club curated a student showcase. I was the scribe for the club. I submitted some work and helped curate the space we selected.
Featured Artist/ Curation at Hera Hub, Carlsbad
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Hera Hub Carlsbad, ran by the Basquat family, selected me to be a part of their 'Energy' exhibit. I submitted a few paintings for the build in g. We installed our work and had a showcase.
Featured Artist/ Curation at Ronald H. Siverman Fine Arts Gallery, Cal State Los Angeles
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
The gallery displayed an Undergraduate Exhibition, filled with all mediums. Two of my paintings were selected for the space.
Storyboard Designer / Poster Designer at Film Production / Studio work, Cal State Los Angeles
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
I collaborated with the film department. They needed help with visual direction and advertising for the production.

Education

Associate of Arts in Graphic Design at Chaffey College
August 12, 2019 - May 17, 2023
Bachelor of Graphic Design at California State University, Los Angeles
August 21, 2023 - December 12, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services