Hi! I'm Bridgette, a creative and detail-driven illustrator specializing in manga, comics, and visual storytelling. With a BFA from Rochester Institute of Technology, I enjoy bringing stories to life both digitally and traditionally. I love engaging with art communities and have experience selling my artwork at public events and live drawing portraits. I'm passionate about comic storytelling, character design, and expressive line work. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am always eager to manage freelance projects and collaborate on exciting artistic ventures.

Bridgette L. Donaldson

Hi! I'm Bridgette, a creative and detail-driven illustrator specializing in manga, comics, and visual storytelling. With a BFA from Rochester Institute of Technology, I enjoy bringing stories to life both digitally and traditionally. I love engaging with art communities and have experience selling my artwork at public events and live drawing portraits. I'm passionate about comic storytelling, character design, and expressive line work. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am always eager to manage freelance projects and collaborate on exciting artistic ventures.

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Hi! I’m Bridgette, a creative and detail-driven illustrator specializing in manga, comics, and visual storytelling. With a BFA from Rochester Institute of Technology, I enjoy bringing stories to life both digitally and traditionally. I love engaging with art communities and have experience selling my artwork at public events and live drawing portraits.

I’m passionate about comic storytelling, character design, and expressive line work. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am always eager to manage freelance projects and collaborate on exciting artistic ventures.

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Work Experience

Freelance Artist at Jamestown Farmers Market, NY
June 1, 2025 - Present
Sold original mini comics, stickers, and live portraits during the market's first ever art week.
Freelance Artist at Springville Art Crawl, NY
June 30, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Exhibited and sold traditional artworks (18 x 24), stickers, comics, and drew live colored pencil portraits.
Freelance Artist at Boulder Café, Rochester, NY
May 31, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Sold artwork alongside other Illustration students from RIT.
Commissioned Illustrator at RIT Cosplay Troupe - SnowFest Convention
December 31, 2023 - July 18, 2025
Created an illustration of event mascots used for promotional material as well as event badges.
Student Employee – Brick City Café at Brick City Café
May 31, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Prepared and cooked breakfast, prepped ingredients, and managed time during high-volume shifts.
Cook at Pope Haven Campgrounds
August 31, 2023 - July 18, 2025
Grilled and served food in a food truck environment.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
January 1, 2021 - May 31, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other