Hi, I'm Maria Antonieta,
I'm a children’s book illustrator from Mexico who loves creating expressive characters, playful details, and colorful worlds full of warmth and emotion.
I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts from the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro. Before becoming an illustrator, I worked for many years as a graphic designer — a background that continues to shape the way I approach composition, rhythm, and visual storytelling.
I’ve illustrated for publishers such as Beaming Books, Charlesbridge Publishing, Edelvives México, Richmond Publishing, and Santillana México.
Outside of drawing, I enjoy early morning walks, reading, learning Japanese (I passed the JLPT N4!), and spending time with my cat. I love documentaries about history and art, and I never turn down a cup of hot tea.
Outside of drawing, I enjoy early morning walks, reading, learning Japanese (I passed the JLPT N4!), and spending time with my cat. I love documentaries about history and art, and I never turn down a cup of hot tea.
My goal as an illustrator is simple:
to create images that spark imagination, empathy, and a sense of wonder — especially for young readers.
to create images that spark imagination, empathy, and a sense of wonder — especially for young readers.