Meet PAULINA SUAREZ | Illustrator and Yogi

We had the good fortune of connecting with PAULINA SUAREZ and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi PAULINA, is there something you can share with us that those outside of the industry might not be aware of?
As a visual artist many unexpected doors can open before you specially if you work in different mediums and wear many hats. The illustration and animation industries are packed with disciplined and hardworking professionals so one has to knock on many doors to step in the game.
I ended up doing a couple of art residencies just by meeting other artists randomly and having a true honest connection. Just like that, knocking on peculiar doors!
I have taught art workshops in the cities of Medellín, San Francisco, Buenos Aires, Mexico City and Queretaro in amazing studios and spaces because I sent a simple email introducing myself.
I have painted murals and met amazing urban artists because I put myself out there.
So, in this industry, you never know what door can open if you just let the Universe pull you towards that “special connection”.
Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am privileged to be able to pursue my calling. Being a visual artist is challenging, the fact that I am able to work in the illustration and animation industries is fulfilling and rewarding.
That being said, making the decision to stay in this career path despite the fact that selling art isn’t easy was a tough one to make.. the industry can be overwhelming at times and it can fill your head with doubts.
I try to keep in mind what Goldfrapp said in one interview: “I remember when I was in my 20s and saying, “Shit, when is this going to happen?” And then I thought, “Well, Debbie Harry didn’t start until she was older, so it’s okay.”
If I hadn’t been born in the family I was born in I don’t know if I’d be an illustrator today, they have always helped me overcome the challenges presented by this industry and supported me no matter what.
I love working in many different mediums and having different styles, every project I think requires a different solution, but that to the audiences, editors, agents represents “inconsistency”, so that’s a big challenge I have faced since I graduated in 2011. But I didn’t become an artist to be caged or put in a box. Art to me, means freedom, expression, creation, connection and expansion.
Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’d take them to San Francisco, California. I studied art there and loved the city, the vibe, the stores and the food.
Many things have changed since I left in 2013 but I’d take them on a long walt through Nob Hill, then to The Ferry Building, Fort Mason and a special place: The Wave Organ.
We would go to The Golden Gate Bridge and some hidden labyrinths and rooftops.
No matter where you go, you will find amazing restaurants to eat delicious Pad Thai and a clam chowder.
I’d take them to The Mission District to check out the wonderful murals and urban art.
Just love that city!
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My family, my partner and my friends.
Website: www.paulinasuarez.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauillustration/
Linkedin: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/paulina-suarez-90835010
Twitter: https://twitter.com/minipau23
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Image Credits
Victor Adolfo Mendoza Rolando Palma