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Hi, I’m Olesya Gonserovskaya, an illustrator and muralist based in Spain. I work across a wide range of topics with a focus on environmental and social impact, aiming to make the world a better place through visuals. I tailor the style and technique for each project, collaborating closely with clients to find the perfect look, whether I’m painting a mural, designing characters, or creating book illustrations.
I love exploring diverse themes and media, and I’m committed to responsible storytelling that respects privacy and dignity while inspiring curiosity and empathy.
Experience Level
Language
Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Art Director at Children Days (Detskye Dni)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026Led a team of up to 8 illustrators; developed and implemented a new visual strategy for festival and museum quests for children in St. Petersburg, Helsinki, Tallinn. Key achievements include increasing audience size by 48% (2021–2022) and 51% (2022–2023).
Illustrator at Rubikus
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026Illustrator for a refugee helping service; contributed emotionally resonant yet responsible visual storytelling to engage followers and support donation growth while maintaining ethical standards and privacy.
Art Director / Illustrator at [LODB] St. Petersburg Library
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Art Director and illustrator; expanded overall audience reach and diversified audience demographics.
Illustrator (Special Programs) at Museum Zastava, St. Petersburg
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Illustrator for special programs; engaged previously underrepresented visitor groups.
Education
Media Arts at Rodchenko Art School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022Program for Young Artists at Pro Arte Institute for Young Artists
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018Monumental Art Department at St. Petersburg State Academy of Industrial Arts (Stieglitz Academy)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015Qualifications
Bologna Children Book Fair finalist
January 1, 2023 - May 27, 2026BRAW Amazing Book Shelf, BCBF finalist
January 1, 2023 - May 27, 2026IJungle Illustration Awards, Silver Medal
January 1, 2022 - May 27, 2026The Image of the Book - finalist
January 1, 2020 - May 27, 2026The Image of the Book - finalist
January 1, 2018 - May 27, 2026Bevilacqua contest, short-listed
January 1, 2017 - May 27, 2026The Orientirs, 1st prize
January 1, 2015 - May 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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