I am an illustrator based in Dresden with a background in Art and Cultural Studies (BA, University of Bremen). Since 2013, I have been illustrating books for children and adults. In recent years, my artistic work has focused on raising awareness of environmental issues, particularly climate change. Working at the intersection of art, education, and socially relevant topics, I use illustration, storytelling, and creative processes to make complex themes such as sustainability, climate protection, and mindfulness accessible and engaging. Through my illustrations, book projects, and workshops, especially for children and young people, I create spaces for expression, reflection, and empowerment. Alongside commissioned work, I develop my own projects and educational materials, guided by my concept Every Art Helps, which explores how art can create positive social impact. Visit my website to see my portfolio: everyarthelps.com

Melanie Wichlein

I am an illustrator based in Dresden with a background in Art and Cultural Studies (BA, University of Bremen). Since 2013, I have been illustrating books for children and adults. In recent years, my artistic work has focused on raising awareness of environmental issues, particularly climate change. Working at the intersection of art, education, and socially relevant topics, I use illustration, storytelling, and creative processes to make complex themes such as sustainability, climate protection, and mindfulness accessible and engaging. Through my illustrations, book projects, and workshops, especially for children and young people, I create spaces for expression, reflection, and empowerment. Alongside commissioned work, I develop my own projects and educational materials, guided by my concept Every Art Helps, which explores how art can create positive social impact. Visit my website to see my portfolio: everyarthelps.com

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I am an illustrator based in Dresden with a background in Art and Cultural Studies (BA, University of Bremen). Since 2013, I have been illustrating books for children and adults. In recent years, my artistic work has focused on raising awareness of environmental issues, particularly climate change.
Working at the intersection of art, education, and socially relevant topics, I use illustration, storytelling, and creative processes to make complex themes such as sustainability, climate protection, and mindfulness accessible and engaging. Through my illustrations, book projects, and workshops, especially for children and young people, I create spaces for expression, reflection, and empowerment. Alongside commissioned work, I develop my own projects and educational materials, guided by my concept Every Art Helps, which explores how art can create positive social impact.
Visit my website to see my portfolio: everyarthelps.com

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Language

German
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Bookillustrator at Mondadori
July 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Stagemanager at Distel Theatre Berlin
October 1, 2019 - March 31, 2025
Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Independent
December 12, 2025 - Present

Education

BA Art and Cultural Studies at University Bremen
October 10, 2013 - September 15, 2017

Qualifications

Adobe Illustrator Course Certificate
February 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Adobe InDesign Course Certificate
January 2, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Adobe Photoshop Course Certificate
February 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other, Education