maria carluccio illustration

 “I aspire to create images and narratives that allow people to see themselves— even in the small, everyday experiences, there are larger ideas that have the capacity to resonate universally”.


C H I L D R E N ’ S B O O K S

“I like to think of books as a magical portal into the imagination – I try to make books that encourage children to be curious so that they can build confidence in their own unique way of being in the world”.


I L L U S T R A T I O N

“Everything has a narrative, from a collection of products to an illustration for a magazine. The message can be a subtle or one that is clear and direct…It’s fascinating to let the story unfold”.


P A T T E R N S

“Patterns tell stories as well…we don’t think about this usually, but to curate a collection is really about discovering the essence of what you want to say and finding the pieces that express that vision”.


I N S T A G R A M

“I try everyday to create a new piece of art and post it on Instagram. I have seen my artwork grow in ways I would never have expected, simply by showing up for myself and my art. I am grateful to have discovered the impact of this practice as well as a supportive platform to showcase who I am”.