I am Mariia, an illustrator specializing in creating seamless patterns and design elements with a cute, colorful aesthetic featuring animals and plants. I run my own digital product shop, where I sell seamless patterns and illustrations, and I am eager to expand my experience through new creative projects.…

Mariia Tsapenko

I am Mariia, an illustrator specializing in creating seamless patterns and design elements with a cute, colorful aesthetic featuring animals and plants. I run my own digital product shop, where I sell seamless patterns and illustrations, and I am eager to expand my experience through new creative projects.…

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I am Mariia, an illustrator specializing in creating seamless patterns and design elements with a cute, colorful aesthetic featuring animals and plants. I run my own digital product shop, where I sell seamless patterns and illustrations, and I am eager to expand my experience through new creative projects.

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Language

English
Advanced
Ukrainian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Digital Illustrator
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created digital illustrations for mobile applications, ads and books. Launched an online shop to sell seamless patterns, greeting cards, and digital downloads. Continuously explored new illustration techniques and expanded my portfolio.
Traditional Art & Custom Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Experience in traditional media and custom clothing painting. Developed artistic skills, client collaboration abilities, and social media content creation experience.

Education

Bachelor of Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Sumy State University
September 1, 2020 - April 30, 2025
My background in Media Communications has equipped me with a unique blend of journalistic and design skills. Through my studies, I learned how to effectively communicate ideas visually and create compelling narratives. My experience working on advertising campaigns and my final thesis project, which involved creating illustrations for a custom clothing store, have solidified my ability to produce high-quality design work that aligns with specific brand identities
Bachelor's Degree at Sumy State University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Illustration Course at SKVOT
January 1, 2024 - May 20, 2026

Qualifications

SKVOT Certified Illustrator
June 20, 2024 - October 14, 2024
The course covered the use of two software programs: Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Students learned to work with effects, masks, compositions, brushes, and textures. They explored how to use mockups and enhance illustrations with software skills. Additionally, the course focused on conveying ideas, moods, and emotions through illustrations, as well as promoting personal creative concepts. Students delved into various types of compositions and learned how to effectively use colors and shapes.

Industry Experience

Other
    uniE621 Cute Frog Birthday Card Set
    This project features a set of four bright and playful frog illustrations created for print. The artwork shows cheerful frogs in swimsuits getting ready for a celebration. Each design is prepared in A5 format, CMYK color mode, and 300 DPI to ensure high-quality printing results. The complete set is available as a bundle on Etsy with a small commercial use license.…
    uniE621 "The Cat Who Chased the Moon" – Children's Book Illustrations
    This project aimed to bring the story of Lumi, the little cat who chased the moon, to life through vibrant and engaging illustrations. The goal was to create a captivating visual narrative for a children's book, enhancing the whimsical and dreamy atmosphere of the story. Each illustration was carefully designed to reflect Lumi’s emotions, adventures, and the magical connection between him and the moon. The project focused on developing a consistent style, expressive character design, and immersive storytelling to make the book both visually appealing and emotionally engaging for young readers portfolio You can view the full project at the link: https://www.behance.net/gallery/220408433/The-Cat-Who-Chased-the-Moon-Book-Illustrations…
    uniE621 Shadow Within
    This is a personal project centered around the creation of a poster in the style of traditional Japanese art. The central theme explores the inherent dark—or "demonic"—side that exists within every individual. It suggests that this aspect of human nature inevitably reveals itself at some point in life, as everyone eventually "shows their true colors." The poster aims to capture this duality through contrasting imagery and symbolic elements inspired by Japanese folklore and aesthetics, hinting at the hidden depths beneath a seemingly calm surface portfolio…
    uniE621 Mascot creation for a student ioS app
    The primary goal was to develop a mascot for the app, based on a real-life dog named Max. The project involved exploring various styles, integrating branding elements, and creating 20 unique illustrations according to the client's request, suitable for use as interface elements in the future app portfolio You can view the full project at the link: https://www.behance.net/gallery/216345085/Mascot-creation-for-a-student-ioS-app…
    uniE621 lotuses
    This is a personal illustration exploring the theme of inner peace and spiritual growth. The choice of lotuses is intentional, as their symbolism in Eastern cultures beautifully aligns with the message of the artwork. . Through this piece, I aimed to create a calm, reflective visual space that encourages mindfulness and a sense of serenity.…
    uniE621 A social visual campaign promoting blood donation
    Donating blood is a superhero act. Inspired by comic books and executed in an expressive style, this series of illustrations celebrates the power of blood donation and its ability to save lives. Each vibrant image transforms ordinary people into extraordinary heroes, making a real-world impact. portfolio You can view the full project at the link: https://www.behance.net/gallery/209467119/A-social-visual-campaign-promoting-blood-donation…

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