Hello! I'm Alexandra Courtney. I am a Panamanian-American illustrator & Concept Artist from New York. I've recently graduated with a BFA in Communication Design from Pratt Institute. My work dives into fantastical and surreal themes, often exploring monsters, the supernatural, and the unreal, bringing subcultures that I’m a fan of into my work. I love to play with color and line to evoke deep emotions, and I'm passionate about narrative-based work, especially in character and concept art. My illustrations often delve into themes of culture and identity, bringing a moody, fun, and exciting vibe that resonates emotionally.…

Alexandra Courtney

Hello! I'm Alexandra Courtney. I am a Panamanian-American illustrator & Concept Artist from New York. I've recently graduated with a BFA in Communication Design from Pratt Institute. My work dives into fantastical and surreal themes, often exploring monsters, the supernatural, and the unreal, bringing subcultures that I’m a fan of into my work. I love to play with color and line to evoke deep emotions, and I'm passionate about narrative-based work, especially in character and concept art. My illustrations often delve into themes of culture and identity, bringing a moody, fun, and exciting vibe that resonates emotionally.…

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Hello! I’m Alexandra Courtney. I am a Panamanian-American illustrator & Concept Artist from New York. I’ve recently graduated with a BFA in Communication Design from Pratt Institute.

My work dives into fantastical and surreal themes, often exploring monsters, the supernatural, and the unreal, bringing subcultures that I’m a fan of into my work. I love to play with color and line to evoke deep emotions, and I’m passionate about narrative-based work, especially in character and concept art. My illustrations often delve into themes of culture and identity, bringing a moody, fun, and exciting vibe that resonates emotionally.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Children's Book Illustrator (Freelance) at Directed By Mans Gory
July 5, 2022 - August 12, 2022
Developed character concepts, settings, and page layouts for the children's book 'Rise and Shine'; completed over 21 spreads of illustrations and designed the book cover. Created engaging illustrations aligned with the book's theme and tone; collaborated closely with the director to refine visual storytelling.
Pre-College Mentor at Pratt Institute
August 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
As a Pre-College Cultural Mentor, founded the Animated Film Club—curating student thesis films and leading discussions on narrative techniques. Served as a Studio Mentor for the Traditional Illustration course, collaborating with the instructor to refine students’ foundational illustration skills. Led discussions on animated storytelling and film analysis; provided mentorship to students in Traditional Illustration techniques; supported faculty by assisting with student critiques and feedback.
3D Shop Monitor, Foundation Art at Pratt Institute
May 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Oversaw daily operations of the Foundation Wood Shop and Plaster Shop, maintained inventory, managed tool checkouts, and communicated with students regarding overdue items. Ensured a clean, safe workspace by maintaining equipment, restocking materials, and assisting students with tool and material concerns; maintained shop equipment, inventory, and student tool checkout; assisted students with proper tool usage and shop safety.
Senior Illustration Thesis Pitch Bible at Valor Rising
December 28, 2024 - May 12, 2025
Developing a pitch bible set in a world where 20% of the population possesses supernatural abilities; creates concept art for characters, environments, and socio-political dynamics; integrates gritty realism with hopeful narratives and social commentary.

Education

BFA in Communications Design (Illustration) at Pratt Institute
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Denzel Washington School of the Arts
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Pratt Presidential Merit Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Spionkop Sophomore in Design Fund
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
C&M Shade Endowment Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Donald & Anastasia Schwarz Endowment Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
President’s List
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Excellence in Academic Achievement Award
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project Cover
    For my 2025 Senior Thesis Project, I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, Rising Valor. It is full of Environmental Backgrounds, Props, Character Designs, and Illustrations that showcase the characters within the world they live in. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: "A Fiery Embrace"
    This scene illustrates a moment where, once all alone in a training room, Florence begins to accept her power and, by extension, herself as it flows out of her body. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, Rising Valor. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: The Evergreen
    Tucked away beneath the depths of Dynacity’s District 10 is The Evergreen. This place is a glittering, dangerous gem of the underground world—a speakeasy where villains, mercenaries, black market brokers, and even undercover heroes gather under neon lights and swinging jazz. Wrapped in charm and excess, the club boasts live music, custom cocktails, and a clientele that could kill you with a glance. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Dynacity in Chaos
    This scene showcases the dark and gritty nature of Dynacity. This illustration showcases the overwhelming reality that these hero students are encountering on a day-to-day basis. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: A Day like Any Other
    “The cost of safety is higher than you think.” Steel scaffolds cling to half-collapsed towers. Construction drones buzz like flies overhead. Cranes swing beams over cordoned-off districts while citizens detour past rubble piles, eyes lowered, shoulders tense. In DynaCity, rebuilding is not a phase—it’s a routine. Every day, another cracked foundation is patched, another scorched storefront restored. Broken windows are replaced faster than trust. The skyline gleams with glass, but beneath the shimmer lies exhaustion. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Hall of Heroes
    “Glory or ruin? You decide.” Those who believe in heroes or in the power that heroes should have in society find themselves visiting and creating the “Hall of Heroes”: a museum dedicated to those who put their lives on the line. Sculpted from reinforced alloys and lit by golden spotlights, each statue immortalizes a name etched into the public consciousness. At the center, donned in a ceremonial Valor uniform, is Lady Justice, wielding both scales and sword. She represents that while Valor is meant to uphold justice above anything else, the means of doing so are guided by violence. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Harley's Smoke Break
    The pressure of being a hero affects everyone who takes up the mantle in different ways. Instead of getting medical assistance, Harley searches for a different kind of help while reviewing reports. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Breakfast with Theo
    While Deviation use is prohibited out in public in the world of 'Rising Valor', the law doesn’t say anything against power usage in private. So why not have fun while drinking your coffee and buttering your toast? This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Protesting the Patrol
    This scene showcases that sometimes in the world of 'Rising Valor', the thing that gets in the way of heroes doing their jobs is the very people they’ve sworn to protect. The antihero protest group “No More Capes” makes sure of it. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Flowing Free
    This scene showcases that even though Deviations in the world of 'Rising Valor' carry the notations of being destructive and dangerous, they can also be just as beautiful. Essence uses her power as an extension of herself, leaning into it entirely and embracing it for what it is. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Student Lounge
    All work and no play makes the students very dull heroes in training in the world of 'Rising Valor'. So, when times get rough or they need a moment tor relax, they enter here: a lounge free of any teachers or pressures the world has to throw onto their shoulders. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…
    uniE621 Rising Valor Thesis Project: Mayhem Base (Outside)
    The centerpiece of Mayhem’s base of operations is the meeting room. Drenched in dangerous red, this room serves as a meeting point for Mayhem's leader and his generals. Just hope you don’t get summoned there. This is one of the illustrations from my 2025 Senior Thesis Project. I developed a 60+ page pitch bible, complete with concept art, for my series, 'Rising Valor'. illustrator characterdesign conceptart visualdevelopment productiondesign enviornmentalillustration digitalillustration seniorthesis…