Hi, I’m Hannah Reed, a positive, resilient, and imaginative illustrator based in Carrboro, North Carolina. While my focus is in children’s book writing and illustration ,I’m skilled in a wide range of mediums—from line drawing and pen-and-ink to watercolor, acrylic, murals, spray painting, and wood burning. I love bringing stories and characters to life with art. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy helping clients discover a fresh, open-minded creative vision. In addition to freelance artwork, I teach art to children, organize community projects, and participate in live art events, which has sharpened my communication and project-management skills. I’m excited to build enduring relationships with clients, families, and fellow professionals while exploring new techniques and stories.…

Hannah Reed

Hi, I’m Hannah Reed, a positive, resilient, and imaginative illustrator based in Carrboro, North Carolina. While my focus is in children’s book writing and illustration ,I’m skilled in a wide range of mediums—from line drawing and pen-and-ink to watercolor, acrylic, murals, spray painting, and wood burning. I love bringing stories and characters to life with art. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy helping clients discover a fresh, open-minded creative vision. In addition to freelance artwork, I teach art to children, organize community projects, and participate in live art events, which has sharpened my communication and project-management skills. I’m excited to build enduring relationships with clients, families, and fellow professionals while exploring new techniques and stories.…

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Hi, I’m Hannah Reed, a positive, resilient, and imaginative illustrator based in Carrboro, North Carolina. While my focus is in children’s book writing and illustration ,I’m skilled in a wide range of mediums—from line drawing and pen-and-ink to watercolor, acrylic, murals, spray painting, and wood burning. I love bringing stories and characters to life with art. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy helping clients discover a fresh, open-minded creative vision.

In addition to freelance artwork, I teach art to children, organize community projects, and participate in live art events, which has sharpened my communication and project-management skills. I’m excited to build enduring relationships with clients, families, and fellow professionals while exploring new techniques and stories.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Owner/Operator at Reed Art Co.
January 1, 2017 - Present
Sole owner and operator of Reed Art Co., providing custom fine art, story book illustration, freelance illustration, mural work, live art, graphic art, logo design, and poster design. Manages a diverse client base, creates unique works across multiple mediums, and handles website maintenance, bookkeeping, client communication, and meeting deadlines.
Art Teacher/Child Care at Art in the Afternoon
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Design and present engaging art lessons introducing concepts such as the elements and principles of art and design, art history, and the influence of art in modern culture. Instruct and demonstrate a variety of methods to advance students' artwork. Facilitate collaborative student art projects for auctions to raise funds for community organizations. Organize and present an Annual Art Show and Auction displaying hundreds of pieces to parents and community members.
Manager/Barista at Sprouts Café
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Prepare weekly work schedules and organize replacements during absences. Delegate tasks for opening, operating, and closing. Implement new hire training programs. Resolve customer complaints professionally.
Gymnastics Coach at TRC South Gymnastics
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Coached gymnastics for children of all ages with certified USGA training. Created engaging lesson plans, provided positive feedback, and maintained a safe learning environment. Communicated student progress to families.
Owner/Operator at Hannah Reed Art.
January 1, 2017 - Present
Sole owner and operator of Reed Art Co., providing custom fine art, story book illustration, freelance illustration, mural work, live art, graphic art, logo design, and poster design; manages client relations, deadlines, and administrative duties.
Art Teacher at Art in the Afternoon
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Design and present engaging art lessons introducing the elements and principles of art and design, art history, and contemporary influence; instruct and demonstrate techniques; facilitate collaborative student art projects for auctions; organize annual art show and auction.
Volunteer at Generate Hope
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Fundraising, organizing outreach programs, childcare, and victim advocacy projects.
Owner/Operator at Hannah Reed Art
January 1, 2017 - Present
Sole owner and operator of Hannah Reed Art, providing custom fine art, story book illustration, freelance illustration, mural work, graphic art, logo and poster design; connect with diverse clientele; proficient with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Procreate; administrative duties include website maintenance, packing orders, bookkeeping, client correspondence, providing comp/mockup pieces, and adhering to deadlines.
Live Artist at California Burger Co. & Lake Tahoe Brewing Co.
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Connect with a diverse clientele by exhibiting my passions for creating unique works of art using an extensive assortment of art mediums (Illustration, painting, woodburning). Pieces are completed live, within two hours of starting.

Education

Associate in Linguistics at Grossmont College, San Diego, CA
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Associate in Linguistics at Grossmont College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Associate in Linguistics at Grossmont College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Coaches Congress in Gymnastics at San Diego, CA
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Completion of Online Character Creation from Observational Drawing at Online Course (Sarah van Dongen)
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Completion of Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustration at Online Course (Marissa Valdez)
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

Qualifications

United States Association of Gymnastics Certification
January 1, 2011 - December 6, 2025
Coaches Congress In Gymnastics
January 1, 2011 - December 6, 2025
Online Character Creation from Observational Drawing
May 1, 2023 - December 6, 2025
Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustration
May 1, 2023 - December 6, 2025
Completion of Online Character Creation from Observational Drawing course
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Completion of Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustration course
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Coaches Congress in Gymnastics
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Coaches Congress in Gymnastics
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Completion of Online Character Creation from Observational Drawing
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Completion of Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustration
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Story about validation, understanding what we can control

    This is a story I wrote and illustrated, all about making bread and feelings. It starts with a little girl and her dad running a bread bakery from their home and their passion to help the business succeed. The girl, Odette, has a knack for numbers and organization , but is quickly met with a dilemma in which she cannot control. This sends her into an emotional spiral, but is met with validation and compassion from her father. He explains all is true in her reality, and that we can have control over what we choose to do next. It is a heartwarming, silly, and relatable story with pieces of 1980’s punk culture and nostalgia.
    Illustrations are done in gauche, colored pencil and ink marker.
    https://www.instagram.com/hannahreed.art?igsh=YTBoYjZ4bzcyYjB3&utm_source=qr