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Elle Macciola is an artist born in 1996 in New York City, where they currently live and work. They earned an Associate of Fine Arts from LaGuardia Community College in 2019. Their artistic journey has included a range of creative experiences, from volunteering as a painter for a holiday event at the Falchi Building (2015) to developing skills in graphic design and advertising.
In 2016, L received the Inaugural Reach Award from Swiss Post Solutions in recognition of outstanding performance as an intern. Today, they work across both traditional and digital mediums, adapting fluidly between the two while taking on commissions that expand their artistic voice.
Their career aspirations include becoming a storyboard artist, character designer, graphic novelist, and illustrator, with the goal of sharing an uplifting, imaginative style that resonates with audiences wherever their art takes them.
education
September 2020 - January 2021
Hunter College
Fine Arts coursework
Graduated June 2019
LaGuardia Community College
Associate's degree. Fine Arts coursework
Dean's List (2015)
Invited to Honor Roll (2018) and Phi Theta Kappa (2019)
Related coursework:
Art in NY, Color Theory, Intermediate Drawing, Intro to Design, Life Drawing
Graduated June 2015
Middle College High School @ LaGuardia Community College
Completed 4 semesters of college courses when I graduated high school, program called Fifth Year. Received high school diploma
skills
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Freelance Illustrator
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Storyboard
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Image editor
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Imaginative
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Creative writer
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Character design
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Graphic design
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Graphic novels
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Entry-level animation
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Software:
Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, Paint Tool Sai, DesignDoll, MikuMikuDance, Canva, GIMP
work experience
i have references!
2019 - Present
Freelance Digital Artist
• Produce digital illustrations, concept art, character designs, and short animations for clients.
• Design marketing graphics, book covers, and visual assets tailored to client needs.
• Manage end-to-end project workflow including creative direction, communication, and revisions.
• Completed 10+ individual commissions, including a children’s book.
November 2019 - Present
Online Seller
• Styled, photographed, and edited product images for 800+ online sales.
• Built brand identity and maintained a consistent visual aesthetic across platforms.
https://www.ebay.com/usr/cornerhouse
January 2022 - May 2022
eBay Seller
@ Gotham Thrift Shop
Uploaded ~2,200 listings within this time.
August 2019 - March 2020
Receptionist / Barista
@ Maison Kayser
• Compiled Thanksgiving and Christmas orders over phone for ~20 NY locations with new holiday menu items.
• Worked connected orders in a digital form throughout each day to send each location nightly.
Ended due to COVID-19
July 2016 - April 2019
Shift Supervisor
@ Biscuits & Bath
• Promoted after being hired during an internship and working through multiple roles.
• Supervised staff and managed daily operations while maintaining strong client service.
• Coordinated event design and logistics in partnership with Animal Care Centers of NY.
• Enhanced visibility of adoption events with effective visual displays and signage.
May 2023 - August 2025
Pet care
Independent dog walker and cat sitter.
Partnered with PAWS LLC in November 2024.
Partnered with Give Me Love LLC in June 2025.
volunteer experience
August - September 2017
Graphic Design Marketing Intern
• Designed promotional graphics for marketing campaigns.
• Contributed to branding materials and social media visuals.
• Supported the creative team in producing digital and print-ready artwork.
November 2015
Painter
Assisted in painting event decorations at Falchi Building, Long Island City, NY.
awards
September 2016
Inaugural Reach Award
For Swiss Post Solutions interns who have exceeded their performance as interns.
A note to creative teams,
I am a freelance digital artist specializing in character design, illustration, and visual storytelling. Inspired by animation from a young age, I have always been drawn to the way expressive characters, thoughtful design, and visual narratives can create meaningful connections with audiences. Through both traditional and digital media, I strive to create artwork that feels imaginative, heartfelt, and emotionally engaging.
With experience managing freelance projects from concept to completion, I bring creativity, adaptability, organization, and a strong commitment to collaboration. I enjoy developing characters, exploring visual ideas, and transforming concepts into finished artwork that reflects each project's unique vision.
I am eager to continue growing alongside creative professionals while contributing my skills in character design, storyboarding, illustration, and visual development. My goal is to create work that not only captures attention visually but also provides audiences with moments of connection, comfort, and inspiration.
I would be excited to contribute my skills to your team or project and learn from the creative opportunities ahead. Please feel free to reach out through my portfolio contact form, and I would be happy to discuss potential collaborations.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Fleur de Lumina ^_^
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