Arielle Rohan-Newsom

Get to know Arielle...

Birthdate? Jan. 16, 1978

When did you start doing artwork? Approximately 8 years old, but I started getting paid for it at 26.

When and what and where did you first get published? This is my first professional illustration for a publication.

Do you use reoccurring themes or images in your illustrations? I prefer to create fantasy art, mostly female characters. I love native american art, as their culture and beliefs fascinate me.

What media do you like to work in? Why? My favorite media is still a good old graphite pencil, though I have changed from the #2 pencil to a 3B as my favorite. I dont' think I will ever stop loving hand rendering because of the way it flows for me.

What artist's work do you most admire? How has this artist's work influenced you? Caravaggio is one of my all time favorites for his amazing contrast. I do love a lot of modern artists for their messages like Banksy. Art is to express emotion, and he is a master of it in our time.