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Merlina Thorne
Illustration, Concept Art, Design
Biography
Merlina is a Freelance Artist who thrives in the research and development of visual concepts.
They love learning new things, teaching, & embracing a solution-oriented attitude.
Interests include accessibility in gaming, game and animation development, sewing/crafting, horror, mental health advocacy, & art history.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Illustration: Concept Art
Summa Cum Laude graduate (4.0 GPA)
RMCAD
Lakewood, CO · May 2016 – August 2019
Art Education, Illustration
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA · Fall 2009 – Spring 2011
Awards
President's List
RMCAD
2016-2019
Dean's List
RMCAD
2016-2019
Featured Artist/Silver Award
55th Annual Student Exhibition, RMCAD
2018
Artistic Scholarship
RMCAD
2016
Judge’s Pick
WeLoveFine
2015

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