“Born in Miami and surrounded by amazing artwork and breathtaking nature, it’s no wonder that I became an artist and nature lover. At 14, I went to Design and Architecture Senior High in Miami. In May 2019, I graduated with Honors from the School of Visual Arts in NYC. Currently, I am a freelance illustrator/graphic designer in Miami. My goal is to teach children about animals through my artwork so that they can love and respect them as well as the planet. My illustrations have been published on ReadWorks.org, shown in Miami, New York City, and in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. Through making art, I hope to spread joy and positivity to everyone I meet.”
Written and Illustrated by Alexandra Garcia – Miami, Florida
Feature Photo by Photo by Elina Krima
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The Right Way to Self Publish
by Zorina Exie Frey
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