I'm a character designer and illustrator from Shawnee, Oklahoma with a BA in Art from Oklahoma Baptist University. I have a passion for telling stories and creating characters who inspire, and I've worked on visual development projects for both original stories and ones from classic literature. Professionally, I've worked with a local author illustrating his book Journey to The Red Wizard, and I've had the wonderful opportunity to teach an art class at Tecumseh High School for junior and senior students. I love getting to collaborate with fellow creatives, and it has been so incredible getting to see my students' creativity, confidence, and love for the arts flourish over the years.…

Abigail Ryan

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I'm a character designer and illustrator from Shawnee, Oklahoma with a BA in Art from Oklahoma Baptist University. I have a passion for telling stories and creating characters who inspire, and I've worked on visual development projects for both original stories and ones from classic literature. Professionally, I've worked with a local author illustrating his book Journey to The Red Wizard, and I've had the wonderful opportunity to teach an art class at Tecumseh High School for junior and senior students. I love getting to collaborate with fellow creatives, and it has been so incredible getting to see my students' creativity, confidence, and love for the arts flourish over the years.…

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I’m a character designer and illustrator from Shawnee, Oklahoma with a BA in Art from Oklahoma Baptist University. I have a passion for telling stories and creating characters who inspire, and I’ve worked on visual development projects for both original stories and ones from classic literature.

Professionally, I’ve worked with a local author illustrating his book Journey to The Red Wizard, and I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to teach an art class at Tecumseh High School for junior and senior students. I love getting to collaborate with fellow creatives, and it has been so incredible getting to see my students’ creativity, confidence, and love for the arts flourish over the years.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
- Partnering with clients to transform their ideas into personal illustrations - Using story briefs and inspirational materials to create unique characters and design concepts for client projects - Collaborated with a local author to create a series of 9 engaging illustrations for Journey to the Red Wizard
Art Teacher at Tecumseh Public Schools
October 1, 2023 - Present
- Preparing art projects for a class of 15 junior and senior students - Demonstrating artistic techniques and giving productive feedback - Providing an encouraging space for artistic expression and growth - Communicating with students’ primary teacher to better understand and meet student needs
Service Team Member at Panda Express
May 1, 2025 - Present
- Serving food efficiently with accuracy and attention to detail - Providing excellent customer service with professionalism and clear communication - Working and communicating effectively with team members to boost productivity - Multitasking to efficiently maintain service and workplace standards

Education

Bachelor of Arts, in Art at Oklahoma Baptist University
August 1, 2022 - May 9, 2026
- Coursework in Illustration, Visual Development, Digital Painting, Graphic Design, and Photoshop - Designed concept artwork including character, environment, and prop designs for Jules Vernes’ 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea with faculty mentorship - Engaged in collaborative coursework, worked within a team

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