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Disney Author & Illustrator

Mariana Avila is a freelance illustrator and character artist from Monterrey, Mexico, who loves creating colorful artwork and memorable, magical moments. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in Animation and studied an Expert Program in Character Design in Madrid. Her previous work has featured in magazines for clients such as Condé Nast Publications and Kate Spade. She has been drawing princesses ever since she could hold a pencil, and even worked as a Fairy Godmother-in-Training during her Disney College Program. © 2021 Disney