I started my career as an advertising creative, working with many of the bigger agencies in Chicago and beyond. I’ve got decades of experience building brands, creating campaigns and launching products in every medium possible. I’ve done everything from art shows to building wraps, billboards to editorial. I’ve worked with small startups and giant clients alike to create work that breaks though the dizzying media landscape. I was included in Lurzer’s Archive 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide and the 3x3 Illustration Awards.

My work has often been described as sweet and sour. I love a good visual mash-up, work that makes people think (and laugh) , and I definitely love a good political draw. Someone once said that illustration shines a light. Whether it solves creative puzzle or pulls apart a current event, illustration is more important than it’s ever been. It gives us levity, makes us think, and inspires action. Nothing could make me happier.

(I’m also a pug enthusiast.)

For commercial projects and commissions, you can reach me at monica@monicadoodles.com