Dana Esmeralda - Design & Artistic Director

Dana Esmeralda (born June 27, 1992) is a talented illustrator and graphic designer with a passion for bringing the beauty and wonder of the natural world to life through her art. As the Design & Artistic Director of KDCColoring.com, she creates captivating animal coloring pages that spark creativity and imagination in children and adults alike.

Personal Information

• Name: Dana Esmeralda
• Gender: Female
• Email: [email protected]
• Year of Birth: June 27, 1992
• Hometown: San Francisco, California

Academic Level

• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration: Rhode Island School of Design
  • RISD Senior Illustration Award (2016)
  • Society of Illustrators Student Scholarship (2015)

Some Details About Life

Dana’s love for art blossomed during her childhood in San Francisco, where she spent countless hours sketching the diverse flora and fauna of the Bay Area. Her fascination with nature’s intricate details and vibrant colors led her to pursue a career in illustration. After graduating from the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design, Dana worked as a freelance illustrator, creating artwork for children’s books, magazines, and educational materials.

Her passion for combining art and education led her to KDCColoring.com, where she found the perfect platform to share her talent and inspire young minds.

Career Goals

• Short-term goal: Continue to create captivating and educational animal coloring pages that delight and educate children around the world.
• Long-term goal: Expand her artistic reach beyond coloring pages, illustrating children’s books, and developing interactive educational tools that foster a love for art and nature.

Work Experience

• KDCColoring.com | 2024 – Present
  • Position: Design & Artistic Director
• Children’s Book Illustrator | 2018 – 2023
  • Clients: Various publishing houses, including Penguin Random House and Scholastic.
• Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer | 2015 – 2018
  • Clients: Range of clients, including magazines (Highlights, National Geographic Kids), educational organizations, and small businesses.

Certifications

While Dana’s formal education provided a strong foundation, she has also pursued additional certifications to enhance her skills and stay current with industry trends. These include:

Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in Illustrator

Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) in Photoshop

Children’s Book Illustration Certificate: School of Visual Arts

Skills

• Exceptional artistic talent and creativity.
• Proficient in various illustration techniques and digital design software.
• Strong understanding of color theory and composition.
• Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate artwork for children.
• Passionate about combining art and education.

Working Motto

“Art has the power to inspire, educate, and connect us to the world around us.”