About + Contact

Hello! I am a Taiwanese American illustrator for children’s publications living in the Pacific Northwest, and an active member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI).

My artwork combines painterly textures, bold compositions, and energetic characters. In all my work, I aim to inspire a sense of fun, freedom, and hope.

Projects that excite me are picture books, graphic novels, comics, and illustrated middle grade stories featuring themes like:

  • Nature, environmental-friendliness, and animals (especially education and awareness)
  • Intergenerational relationships
  • Travel, adventure and friendship
  • Emotional learning and diaspora experiences

Thank you very much for taking the time to learn more about me.

Represented by Andrea Morrison at Writers House

CONTACT

For book illustrations, please contact my agent amorrison@writershouse.com

Other business inquiries: hello@martinalo.com

(PLEASE NOTE: I am only accepting traditional publishing book projects at this time.)

Into instagram? check out my feed @martinaloart

  • Notables
    • SCBWI.org Featured Illustrator of the month: August 2021
    • Honors Awards for SCBWI MayFest Portfolio Showcase 2021
    • SCBWI SF Illustrators Day Graphic Novel Submission Winner 2021

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