Diana Hashenko

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I am an illustrator and designer with over five years of experience in digital and traditional art. My work encompasses a variety of styles and mediums, and I thrive on bringing creativity to life through my projects.

About

I am an illustrator and designer with over five years of experience in digital and traditional art. My work encompasses a variety of styles and mediums, and I thrive on bringing creativity to life through my projects. I love engaging with clients and ensuring their vision is realized in the final product.

Through my time at the University of the Arts, I have honed my skills in painting, graphics, and concept development. I enjoy collaborating with fellow artists and pushing creative boundaries, and I am always eager to explore new challenges in the art world.

  • Joined September 2025

Languages

  • UkrainianFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • RussianFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Other
  • Non-Profit Organization

Projects · 3

This project explores a series of illustrated grandmother characters, each with a unique personality and visual identity. I developed the concept and designed the characters, experimenting with different shapes, styles, and expressive details to capture distinct moods and archetypes. The file documents the character design process, including visual exploration, stylistic decisions, and the development of each grandmother’s appearance.

  • Character Designer
  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
  • Illustrator

This project is a fully handmade artist’s book created from concept to final object. I developed the entire visual and conceptual direction, beginning with original illustrations and continuing through every stage of production. The process included illustrating the pages, designing and cutting stencils, hand-printing elements, and constructing the physical book. I also designed and assembled the cover and bound the book by hand, completing the entire object independently as a Fine Arts maker. The book was presented as an art object for a book exhibition. The concept explores reflections on childhood — revisiting the sources of early inspiration, imagination, and the visual memories that shape creative identity. This project combines illustration, printmaking, and bookmaking into a single tactile artwork, emphasizing the value of slow, manual processes and the intimate relationship between story, image, and physical form. Roles: FineArtsMaker llustrator BookArtist Concept Printmaker Bookbinder

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Illustrator

This portfolio presents a selection of works across various artistic disciplines, including: character design, illustrations for children, merch design, stickers design, drawings and sketches and photoshoots with photo editing enhanced with AI tools

  • Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +6

Work experience· 5 roles

Freelance Illustrator · Private ClientsDec 2023 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

Created custom illustrations and character concepts for private clients; designed artworks for digital platforms and printed materials; managed project timelines, client feedback, and deliverables.

Art & English Instructor · Private LessonsJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Taught children aged 6–12 drawing, painting, reading, and English. Developed individual lesson plans based on students' goals. Applied creative teaching methods and visual aids.

Professional Dancer · Independent Dance / Dance TeamDec 2022 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Ten years in a competitive dance team, participated in national and international festivals. Choreography creation and stage performance. Taught dance classes to children and prepared them for performances.

Illustrator & Art Instructor · University of the ArtsJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Illustrator · Self-employed / Private ClientsJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Painting and Drawing · University of the Arts Poznan2023 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Project Management course2030 – 2025

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