Hi, I’m Kala Patterson, a Denver-based illustrator and graphic designer who loves bringing stories to life through ink and color. I’m currently finishing my BFA in Fine Arts with an Illustration Emphasis at the University of Colorado Denver, and I’ve studied traditional drawing as well as digital illustration, painting, and design. I’m working on a self-published comic series and developing a thesis-prologue for my project, and I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and clients to create vivid visuals that connect with audiences.

Kala Patterson

Hi, I’m Kala Patterson, a Denver-based illustrator and graphic designer who loves bringing stories to life through ink and color. I’m currently finishing my BFA in Fine Arts with an Illustration Emphasis at the University of Colorado Denver, and I’ve studied traditional drawing as well as digital illustration, painting, and design. I’m working on a self-published comic series and developing a thesis-prologue for my project, and I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and clients to create vivid visuals that connect with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Kala Patterson, a Denver-based illustrator and graphic designer who loves bringing stories to life through ink and color. I’m currently finishing my BFA in Fine Arts with an Illustration Emphasis at the University of Colorado Denver, and I’ve studied traditional drawing as well as digital illustration, painting, and design.
I’m working on a self-published comic series and developing a thesis-prologue for my project, and I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, and clients to create vivid visuals that connect with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Youth Program Assistant at Peterson Air Force Base Child Development Center
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Supported youth programs at a base childcare facility; assisted with activity planning, supervision, and program development; collaborated with staff to implement engaging activities for children aged preschool through elementary, focusing on safety, learning, and inclusivity.
SEO Article Writer / Data Entry at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Wrote SEO-optimized articles and performed data entry tasks for clients; conducted basic keyword research and content planning to improve visibility and readability.

Education

BFA in Fine Arts (Illustration Emphasis) at University of Colorado Denver
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services