I am a versatile illustrator and designer with years of experience creating artwork for children’s literature, fantasy art, and Catholic sacred art. I love bringing stories to life, and I’m comfortable working in both analog and digital media. I also enjoy sharing art with others and have many years of instructional experience for all ages. Beyond making art, I’m a collaborative team player who values clear communication, thoughtful planning, and helping communities through sacred and educational art projects.…

Cydney Bittner

I am a versatile illustrator and designer with years of experience creating artwork for children’s literature, fantasy art, and Catholic sacred art. I love bringing stories to life, and I’m comfortable working in both analog and digital media. I also enjoy sharing art with others and have many years of instructional experience for all ages. Beyond making art, I’m a collaborative team player who values clear communication, thoughtful planning, and helping communities through sacred and educational art projects.…

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I am a versatile illustrator and designer with years of experience creating artwork for children’s literature, fantasy art, and Catholic sacred art. I love bringing stories to life, and I’m comfortable working in both analog and digital media. I also enjoy sharing art with others and have many years of instructional experience for all ages.

Beyond making art, I’m a collaborative team player who values clear communication, thoughtful planning, and helping communities through sacred and educational art projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Teacher at St. Monica School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching art to students, delivering public speaking and instructional content, and supporting on-site art activities and related events.
Freelance Illustrator at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Commissioned artwork, including illustrations for church materials; created 14 Stations of the Cross for a pamphlet.
Teaching Artist, On-Site Coordinator at Painting with a Twist
July 31, 2022 - August 30, 2025
Instructed and assisted with paint-and-sip events and children's painting parties; maintained studio materials; coordinated on-location events with local businesses.
Freelance Children's Illustrator at Red Penguin Books
July 30, 2021 - Present
I have been pleased to work with Red Penguin Books on a variety of projects over the years, which have included ten children's books (interior illustrations and covers), as well as covers for other projects.
Exhibition Designer/Artist at Garment District Space for Public Art
March 31, 2021 - August 30, 2021
Designed and illustrated a public art window display; contributed to The Garden of the Unseen project and related press coverage.
Art Studio Assistant at Marymount Manhattan College
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Managed art studios, organized materials, performed administrative tasks, installed and uninstalled art shows at Hewitt Gallery.
Art Instructor & Administrative Assistant at Art in the Barn
June 1, 2017 - June 1, 2022
Led children’s and adult art workshops; assisted with summer camps and multi-session programs; administrative support.

Education

B.A. at Marymount Manhattan College
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021
Private art lessons at Chocheli School of Fine Arts
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
    Three Hearts Two Homes
    Illustrated by me. Written by Arthur Ettinger. Published by Red Penguin Books. illustrator…
    Mazel's Mishpacha
    Illustrated by me. Written by Karen Gorback. Published by Red Penguin Books. illustrator…
    Libby the Ladybug Learns Helpfulness
    Illustrated by me. Written by Carly Furino. Published by Red Penguin Books. illustrator…
    Let's MOVE! Let's TALK! Let's GO!
    Illustrated by me. Written by Barbara Adrian and Nancy Lushington. Published by Austen MacCauley. illustrator…
    Puppies, Puppies Everywhere
    Illustrated by me. Written by M.E. Saladino. Published by Red Penguin Books. illustrator…
    George the Alligator Finds a Home
    Illustrated by me. Written by Margaret Sansom. Published by Red Penguin Books. illustrator…
    Who's Hiding?
    Inspired by medieval bestiary illustrations. Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…
    Little Trickster
    Inspired by medieval bestiary illustrations. Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…
    The Lioness's Oasis
    Inspired by medieval bestiary illustrations. Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…
    Power Couple
    Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…
    A Rapt Audience?
    Inspired by medieval bestiary illustrations. Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…
    In Her Happy Place
    Inspired by medieval bestiary illustrations. Watercolor, ink, + digital adjustments on Procreate illustrator…