Hi! I'm Alana, a creative and versatile digital artist with a passion for illustration, digital painting, and visual storytelling. I have experience working across a variety of media and formats, including murals, book illustrations, comic book coloring, and video editing. I'm skilled with tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I always enjoy collaborating on artistic projects that bring ideas to life. I thrive in both retail and non-profit environments, creating eye-catching designs that capture the essence of each project. Whether I'm conceptualizing surface patterns for products or painting murals to enhance a space, I approach every task with creativity and attention to detail. I'm excited to bring my artistic skills and collaborative spirit to new challenges and opportunities.

Alana Soares

Hi! I'm Alana, a creative and versatile digital artist with a passion for illustration, digital painting, and visual storytelling. I have experience working across a variety of media and formats, including murals, book illustrations, comic book coloring, and video editing. I'm skilled with tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I always enjoy collaborating on artistic projects that bring ideas to life. I thrive in both retail and non-profit environments, creating eye-catching designs that capture the essence of each project. Whether I'm conceptualizing surface patterns for products or painting murals to enhance a space, I approach every task with creativity and attention to detail. I'm excited to bring my artistic skills and collaborative spirit to new challenges and opportunities.

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Hi! I’m Alana, a creative and versatile digital artist with a passion for illustration, digital painting, and visual storytelling. I have experience working across a variety of media and formats, including murals, book illustrations, comic book coloring, and video editing. I’m skilled with tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I always enjoy collaborating on artistic projects that bring ideas to life.

I thrive in both retail and non-profit environments, creating eye-catching designs that capture the essence of each project. Whether I’m conceptualizing surface patterns for products or painting murals to enhance a space, I approach every task with creativity and attention to detail. I’m excited to bring my artistic skills and collaborative spirit to new challenges and opportunities.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Hailama Designs
January 1, 2025 - Present
Conceptualize, illustrate, and refine original surface pattern designs for retail products including merchandise, apparel, and home decor. Conduct trend research to ensure artwork remains competitive and visually aligned with seasonal design directions while maintaining harmony with the brand identity. Prepare production-ready files with precise technical specifications, color separations, and seamless repeat patterns for manufacturing.
Face Painter at Kaman’s Art Shoppes
December 31, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Provided professional face painting services in a high-traffic entertainment venue, showcasing artistic versatility through detailed, creative designs tailored to individual requests, seasonal themes, and time constraints. Maintained a clean, organized, and hygienic workstation in compliance with health and safety standards. Engaged guests with exceptional customer service by answering questions, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and proactively interacting with passersby to drive interest and increase booth traffic.
Graphic Designer & Video Editor at Serenissma Ministry Group
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed digital graphics and promotional materials for a non-profit ministry, including social media content, event visuals, and presentation slides. Edited and published weekly livestreams for the organization’s YouTube channel.
Mural Painter at Frizzante Café
December 31, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Painted a full‑scale tree mural to enhance interior ambiance with a warm, organic aesthetic.
Book Illustrator at Serenissma Ministry Group
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Led conceptual design and execution of all artwork, delivering illustrations that complemented the narrative depth of Pastor Robert Krause’s discipleship booklets, The Second Birth and The Incarnation.
Comic Book Colorist at Copy ‘n Comics
December 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Digitally colored a 37‑page comic book, Copy ’n Comics, to support visual storytelling and promotional efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Academy of Art University
August 19, 2019 - August 19, 2023

Qualifications

Certificate in Digital Painting & Digital Coloring
October 10, 2018 - June 20, 2019

Industry Experience

Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services