Alle Marin Volz
Illustrator
My Vision as an Illustrator: To partner with authors to bring their words to life through illustration. I believe text and illustrations work best when they complement each other, each medium being used to contribute something new and different to the story. My goal as an illustrator is to help reach the story's fullest potential through my creative contributions.
My Vision as an Artist-Mentor: To create a safe space for creativity to be discovered and cultivated. I believe everyone is creative and that we all have a calling to create in some way. I walk with fellow creatives, offering questions, guidance and concrete tools that allow them to uncover their intentional path forward. I strive to equip and empower others to seek and pursue their dreams.
My Creative Dream: To continually grow and play through exploration. I dream of creating art that brings me joy during the making process and sharing my creations with others to bring them joy too. I dream of using my creativity to notice and appreciate the world around me, to slow down and enjoy the sensory complexities surrounding me. I dream of identifying untold stories and creating a visual existence for them.
My Background: I have a BID (Bachelors in Industrial Design) from Syracuse University where I completed the five year Industrial Design program through the School of Visual and Performing Arts. It was there that I pushed my creativity through the exploration of mixed media and worked with others across various creative disciplines.
Using a range of styles and contexts, I work as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. I've worked on technical illustrations, presentations, packaging, book layouts, among other things. I also work remotely as a part-time Production and Marketing Coordinator for a Colorado-based production company. I've been an active member of the Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators since 2015 and am currently taking classes from the Society of Visual Storytelling.
Fun Stuff About Me: I enjoy attempting ambitious recipes, rereading out-of-print YA novels, watching well-written children's cartoons, creating abstract embroidery pieces, and embarking on epicly long walks. I'm constantly inspired by my asthmatic cat, Lola, who plays hard and relaxes like a pro.