About
Hi, I'm a freelance children's book illustrator working in both traditional and digital media. I enjoy illustrating children's books and have a keen interest in both child and animal subjects, with a particular passion for whimsical, fun or fairy-tale illustration. I have 6 years experience of children's book illustration, 24 published books. I am represented by the illustration agency "The Organisation". For any inquires please contact Lorraine Owen at info@organisart.co.uk
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Address
60, Gradinilor Str, ap.24,
Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Mobile tel.: (+373) 69731116
E-mail: dabija_violeta@yahoo.com
Education:
1997 - 2002 Academy Of Music, Theatre and Fine Arts from Republic of Moldova
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts, Graphics
1990-1997 Republican Art Liceum "Igor Vieru" from Chisinau
Work Experience:
2001-2005: Employe of "Prut International" Publishing House as children's book illustrator.
2005-Current: Full-time freelance children's book illustrator.
Accomplishments:
Illustrated 24 childrens books.
Skills:
I use a variety of mediums for my art, from traditional colored pencils, watercolor, gouache and oil to digital media. I also love combining traditional and digital media in my work for desired effect.
Design Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Corel Painter.
Languages:
Roumanian
Russian
English
Web Addresses:
www.violetadabija.com
www.childrensillustrators.com/vleta
www.creativeshake.com/VioletaDabija
www.behance.net/Vleta
www.warmtoastcafe.com/art/vleta/
www.vleta.deviantart.com
www.coroflot.com/vleta
www.artmajeur.com/vleta
Location
Chisinau, Moldova
Specialties
- Illustration
- Art Direction
Experience
6 yearsEducation
I have a BA in Fine Arts, Graphics from the Academy Of Fine Arts from MoldovaAwards
Selected for the 07/08 Edition of 200 Best Illustrators worldwide. Exhibitions: Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava "BIB 2005" Moscow Comics Festival ComMissia-2005
Website
www.violetadabija.com
