Calm and curious by nature, I enjoy exploring new horizons in creative fields while pursuing a Master’s degree in Graphic Design. I have developed a strong passion for illustration, especially for children’s books, and I continuously explore this challenging yet rewarding field. My link to my virtual Children Book Portofolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Valentina-Gabriela Părpăuță

Calm and curious by nature, I enjoy exploring new horizons in creative fields while pursuing a Master’s degree in Graphic Design. I have developed a strong passion for illustration, especially for children’s books, and I continuously explore this challenging yet rewarding field. My link to my virtual Children Book Portofolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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Calm and curious by nature, I enjoy exploring new horizons in creative fields while pursuing a Master’s degree in Graphic Design.

I have developed a strong passion for illustration, especially for children’s books, and I continuously explore this challenging yet rewarding field.

My link to my virtual Children Book Portofolio:

Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Illustrator at Buddy Kids Club platform
September 1, 2025 - Present
Ongoing collaboration as an illustrator for the Buddy Kids Club platform.
Illustrator at Editura Gama
April 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Illustrator for Romanian Stories and Rhymes for Children (2+).
Volunteer at Spain’s Tram & Iași – the City of Painted Trams
July 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Volunteer – Cultural-educational project.
Volunteer – Visual Arts Workshop Organizer at Express Me
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Volunteer – Visual Arts Workshop Organizer, Express Me community project.
Illustrator at Editura Gama
May 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Illustrator – Golden Stories by Nicolae Batzaria.
Illustrator at Editura Univers
July 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Illustrator – Live a Flourishing Life by Alec Blenche.
Workshop Facilitator / Illustrator at Șotron Festival
June 6, 2025 - June 8, 2025
In collaboration with Claudia Oprescu during the Șotron Festival for literature and creative writing workshops for children.
Illustrator at Buddy Kids Club
September 1, 2025 - Present
Currently collaborating as an illustrator for the Buddy Kids Club platform, founded and authored by Alexa Luca.
Volunteer – Workshop Organizer at Express Me (Community project)
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Volunteer – Visual Arts Workshop Organizer, Express Me
Workshop Facilitator / Illustrator at Șotron Festival Iași
June 6, 2025 - June 8, 2025
In collaboration with children’s book author Claudia Oprescu during the Șotron Festival for literature and creative writing workshops for children

Education

Master’s Degree in Graphic Design at George Enescu University of Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts and Design, Iași, Romania
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising Graphics at George Enescu University of Arts, Iași, Romania
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Visual Arts Certificate at National College of Art “Octav Băncilă”, Iași
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Teacher Qualification, Level I & II Visual Arts Education at National College of Art “Octav Băncilă”
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Visual Arts Certificate
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Teacher Qualification, Level I & II Visual Arts Education
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Teacher Qualification, Level I & II Visual Arts Education
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other

Skills

Experience Level