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megishihara@gmail.com

Hi there! I’m Meg and I am a freelance illustrator based in Japan. I spent much of my time growing up doodling (mostly on my math notes) and pouring over picture books at my school library where I found my love for art. At 8 years-old, Pixar's The Incredibles launched me into the magical world of animation and visdev, igniting my passion to become an artist. During the weekend, I’d spend hours designing worlds and characters, all with my trusty 2B pencil. In high school, I taught myself digital art and at 19, established my own business in illustration while attending college in Hawaii. Over the years, in the most miraculous ways, my path has crossed with some of the most talented creatives working in animation, and I have been blessed to receive mentorship by artists I admire. I am now back in Japan working in aviation by day, and then as an illustrator by night, collaborating with clients worldwide, creating artwork for books, packaging, animation, and editorial. Most recently, I worked with Scholastic, as well as Albert Whitman & Co. to illustrate Lisa Rogers’ book Hound Won't Go. I look forward to working with you and creating artwork to help bring your ideas to life!

横浜生まれ育ちの石原メグはアメリカでディズニーやピクサーのアーティストから学び、現在日本でイラストレーターとして活動しています。雑誌の表紙のイラスト（Scholastic）製作、シカゴにある出版会社Albert Whitman & Companyから絵本 「Hound Won't Go」のイラストを依頼されたり、 アニメーションのコンセプトアートやキャラクターデザイン、パッケージのイラスト（米軍基地やウォルマート等で販売）なども手掛けてきました。

Fun facts:

  • Hobbies: Art, playing drums, photography, hiking, writing, cooking…

  • Dream project: to be a part of a creative team as a visual development artist for animation!

  • Inspirations: Mary Blair, Eyvind Earle, Glen Keane, Mark Henn, Lorelay Bové, Jenny Lerew, Barbara Cooney, Aliki, Garth Williams, classic Disney films and children’s books.

  • Current obsession: Drawing toucans - is that weird?

  • Favorite memories: Meeting legends John Musker and Ron Clements, Pete Docter, Chris Sasaki and Armand Serrano!

  • Loves: Dogs, cozy cafes, fairy lights, nature, beautiful lighting and just anything that encompasses warmth.