Leanna Rae also known as Leanna Russell

Is a freelance illustrator based in Sarasota Florida. She specializes in digital as well as traditional mediums such as Procreate, Photoshop, gouache and colored pencil. Life-long learning is very important to her especially when it comes to art and image making. Leanna is always seeking out new ways to create through experimenting, online courses and networking with other artists. She was born and raised in Ohio, where she began drawing in graphite when she was very young. She showcased her drawings at local art festivals. She started her education at Ohio State University, where she studied art history and drawing. As her skills improved, she discovered her love for telling stories through illustrations. This led her to further her education at Ringling College of Art and Design where she is currently studying illustration and writing.