…you could have a party on your head. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Character Designer
- Children’s Book Illustrator
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Luca Mendieta
- Faro, Portugal
- 9 projects
Hi! I'm Luca Mendieta, an illustrator and animator specializing in children’s books, sci-fi, and horror.
About
Hi! I’m Luca Mendieta, an illustrator and animator specializing in children’s books, sci-fi, and horror. I create unique, high-quality illustrations and animations tailored to your vision!
✅ Children’s book art (cute & colorful)
✅ Sci-fi & fantasy illustrations
✅ Horror artwork (dark & eerie)
✅ Book covers, concept art & more
✅ 2D animation (character animation, motion graphics)
Let’s bring your ideas to life! Message me to get started!
- Joined September 2025
Skills· 2
Languages
- Spanish; CastilianFluent
- EnglishIntermediate
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Education
- Professional Services
Projects · 9
…thanks to the magic of the fairy godmother. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Character Designer
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- +3
…and there you can continue discovering incredible things. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Character Designer
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- +4
…but a very sinister person lives there. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Comic Illustrator
- +2
Climbing up until he reaches the giants’ kingdom. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Comic Illustrator
- +2
…and you never know what they will be like. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Comic Illustrator
- +2
...y cuando lo hacen se llevan a todos sus gatos #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Comic Illustrator
- +2
A witch stirs her cauldron full of horrible things. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- Comic Illustrator
- +2
Alice ventured deep into Wonderland until she came across the mysterious smoking caterpillar. #illustrator
- Book Illustrator
- Character Designer
- Children’s Book Illustrator
- +4
Work experience
Creative Director · Al X FestivalJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos
I was responsible for overseeing the visual direction and design elements of the festival, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic and impactful marketing materials.
Graphic Designer · Firefly BrandingJan 2016 – Sep 2025 · 9 yrs 9 mos
At Firefly Branding, I led various branding projects, helping clients to develop their visual identity and create compelling designs that resonate with their target audience.
Illustrator · FreelanceJan 2012 – Present · 14 yrs 11 mos
As a freelance illustrator, I created diverse artworks for publications, marketing materials, and children's books, collaborating with various clients to bring their visions to life.
Education
Bachelor of Arts · University of Graphic Arts2010 – 2014
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