Katharine DeAntonio
Charleston
Summary
Classically trained artist with a strong foundation in both traditional and digital media. Katharine's illustration work is focused on creating expressive, narrative-driven imagery that supports storytelling, character development, and emotional clarity. Her work includes commissioned pieces developed through close, iterative collaboration with clients, translating their ideas into finished illustrations through strong draftsmanship and adaptability across styles and media.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Design & Illustration
01.2023 - Current
- Designed engaging illustrations and layouts for advertisements and event pamphlets to enhance audience appeal
- Produced high-quality designs using Adobe Creative Suite to meet project specifications and client expectations
Illustrator & Artist
Freelance
01.2019 - Current
- Produced commissioned portrait and illustration work
- Managed projects from concept through final execution, incorporating ongoing client feedback
Illustration Collaboration - Bookstore Window Displays
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaboration with a designer to create illustrations for public-facing bookstore installations
- Assisting concept development and visual storytelling within physical displays
Education
Academy of Realist Art
BostonFlorence Academy of Art
Florence, ItalySkills
- Narrative illustration
- Character design
- Strong draftsmanship
- Traditional media (graphite, pen & ink, watercolor, oil)
- Digital illustration (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Client collaboration
- Revision process
Media And Tools
- Graphite
- Pen & Ink
- Watercolor
- Oil Painting
- Adobe Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
Timeline
Illustration Collaboration - Bookstore Window Displays
01.2024 - 01.2025
Graphic Design & Illustration
01.2023 - Current
Illustrator & Artist
Freelance
01.2019 - Current
Academy of Realist Art
Florence Academy of Art