I am an illustrator whose practice is predominantly mixed media. I specialise in observational art, watercolour and the software, Procreate. My work is oriented around telling stories about emotions through a range of different methods, including zines, animations and comics. Recently I have been focusing work on the topic of mental health, experimenting with representations of specific struggles using visual metaphors. I strive for this to comfort and be relatable to those suffering with depression, and share understanding to those who are not.

Illustrated comic by Gabriella Mason, showing the cover page of the comic Everything Went JaPlan. Made with watercolour and the software Procreate.

In addition to this, I have been making therapeutic comics recording my life ; for example, my holiday to Japan, or daily anxious worries. I am interested in joining a studio or agency of experienced artists so I can learn more about the creative industry and develop my portfolio further. My dream role would be to be involved in the creation of character design and concept art that supplements media and animation, like books, games and films.

Example page of my illustrated travel journal, explaining Japanese convenience stores. Made with watercolour and the software Procreate.
Example page of my illustrated travel journal, explaining my favourite features of the Japanese bullet trains. Made with watercolour and the software Procreate.
Illustrated page of a women sleeping peacefully on a meadow with a dragon protecting her. The edges are fairy tale like with swords, crowns, and vines.
Illustrated 8-page zine depicting a girl slowly melting into red goo that moves to her bed. The work is printed from a Risograph printer, so everything is shades of red.