ABOUT ME
Vanesa Arenas-Rubio — or simply known as "RUBIOSCURO" — is a queer freelance graphic designer and illustrator living in the Chicagoland area, with a passion for all things mysterious and thrilling — there is nothing like an intriguing puzzle to keep someone on their toes.
Growing up as a First-Generation Mexican-American student, Vanesa never believed her career would involve art. At a young age, she peeked into accounting, astronomy, and crime forensics but nothing called out to them. Art, despite not being a fan of it at first, became her voice and soul - thanks to her past mentors and supporters.
She are currently studying graphic design at Elmhurst University but have been working with a few businesses on projects aside. In between commissions and studying, she draws while enjoying an animated show on the side.
LANGUAGES
English, Spanish
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
STATUS
Currently: Studying graphic design at Elmhurst University
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
◆ [2023] Kachi-kachi Yama for "First Place" at Asian Club of Elmhurst University Art Competition: Mythical Creatures and Folklore
◆ [2024] Participant for Elmhurst University's Honors Study-Abroad Program at Liverpool Hope
◆ [Sept 2024 - Dec 2025] Head Graphics Editor for Elmhurst University's newspaper, The Leader