KRISTA
WOLFE
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West Islip, NY 11795
https://www.kristawolfeportfolio.com
Professional Summary
Illustrator with a deep passion for visual storytelling. Proficient in sequential art, editorial illustration, concept art, and Adobe Creative Suite. Experienced in creating captivating illustrations for various projects, such as book illustration for children’s work journals and comic development. SKILLS
Digital Illustration
Visual Storytelling
Storyboard Creation
Concept Art
Character Design
Artistic Vision
Painting
Adobe Creative Suite
Procreate
Client Communication
Deadline Management
Collaboration and Teamwork
EDUCATION
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Illustration
WORK HISTORY
Exploring Paths - Digital Illustrator
Remote • 08/2023 - Current
● Develop a visually appealing book cover illustration for
“Exploring Paths™ Daily Two-Minute Morning Gratitude Journal NYC Edition.”
● Design maps of the Hamptons and the NYC boroughs for
“Exploring Paths™ Daily Two-Minute Morning Gratitude Journal Hamptons Edition” and “New York City Edition,” as well as numerous line illustrations.
● Collaborate closely with the Exploring Paths creative team to problem solve, discuss design options, and perform revision work to ensure the product aligns with their vision and requirements, delivering results that exceeded expectations.
Brian Weaver - Artist Assistant, Colorist, & Researcher Remote • 07/2024 - 09/2024
● Lined and colored various cartoon comics for Brick.
● Created sketches for magazine illustrations.
● Colored a variety of illustrations for educational magazines.
● Conceptualized jokes, comic ideas, and sketches to be pitched to a children's magazine.
● Researched and compiled information on the job market for the artist to review.
● Completed workload efficiently and on time, as to meet the artists deadlines.
Rebel Hotel Company - Mural Artist
New York, NY • 11/2022 - 11/2022
● Developed multiple digital concept sketches and color compositions for a 8’ x 12’ colorful New York City skyline mural, featuring iconic landmarks and an abstract art style.
● Performed onsite research by visiting New York City landmarks to gather reference photos during the sketching process.
● Utilized acrylic paint to translate the approved concept into the final design, successfully transforming the clients vision into a vibrant mural painting on Rebel Hotel Company’s office wall.