shiricohen

About the Artist

My name is Shiri C., and I am an animation major at UMBC with a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. Drawing has been an integral part of my life since I was a child. From my earliest memories of sketching to the art I create today, art has always been my language—a means through which I communicate with the world. I started my journey into digital art eight years ago, teaching myself how to use Photoshop. Over the years, I’ve built a pretty diverse skill set that goes beyond animation, including web design, digital content creation, design, and illustration. One of my proudest moments was designing a workbook for MAKOM, an organization that supports people with disabilities. I’ve also created unofficial book ads on social media using my graphic design and illustration skills, which got great feedback from bestselling authors including Ana Huang and Stephanie Garber. My most-liked post, an Instagram collaboration with Lynn Painter showing the tropes of Better Than the Movies, reached over 11k likes on Instagram. I also illustrated The Photographer's Son, a children’s book about a WWII family’s real-life story of surviving the Holocaust, written by Maya C. Klinger, a Yad Vashem award-winning author. Beyond my artistic practice, I’m passionate about promoting cultural appreciation, and language learning. I’m fluent in three languages, including English and Spanish, which helps me connect with various cultures and influences. As an artist, my ultimate goal is to tell stories that resonate with people from all walks of life.