Marissa Valdez is a talented Hispanic-American illustrator and #1 New York Times bestselling artist, about her incredible journey into the world of children's books.

Starting with a degree in animation, Marissa’s path was far from straightforward. From working as a graphic designer to a preschool teacher, a life-changing podcast finally inspired her to pursue children’s book illustration. Today, she creates magical stories from her home in Birmingham, UK, where she lives with her husband.

During our conversation, Marissa shared:

• Her insights on the differences between American and UK illustration styles.
• How her Hispanic heritage influences her vibrant, character-filled artwork.
• The business side of her arts including her teaching courses and art licensing
• Practical tips for aspiring illustrators.
• Sneak peeks into her current and upcoming projects!

If you’re an artist, writer, or just love children’s literature, you won’t want to miss her inspiring story!

A summary of the show including related links can be found in this post:
https://wafunkpublishing.com/creatives-across-borders-marissa-valdez/