Welcome to my Little Illustrated Worlds!
Hi! I'm Cynthia Anahí Platas Puente (CyAn Platas) and I'm a professional and creative freelance illustrator and graphic designer with over 15 years experience, from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
I specialize in children storybooks, coloring books and workbooks, as well as character design for 2D animation.
When I was little I used to watch VHS cartoons, pausing each scene just to redraw the characters and scenery onto any paper I could find. As I got older, in high school, one could find doodles on all of my math and chemistry books and homework, and so my future was decided. The love for art is what led me down the path of earning my Master in Art Studies and a Degree in Graphic Design.
I feel comfortable working with various styles and aesthetics, and I am committed to constant improve myself with new techniques.
Not only art has been a part of me during my entire life, I am very interested in languages studies as well, having learnt to speak Spanish (native), English and French.
My work is influenced by my love of story-telling, color palettes, cartoons, nature, Ghibli movies and paying attention to my little son's eyes watching and inquiring about the world around us.
When I'm not illustrating I can be found baking yummy pies, watering the plants or making crafts with my son.
I truly believe that if the images I create provoke a warm and cherishing feeling, the text it illustrates not only grows into interest, but it makes the whole experience of lasting emotion in the reader's heart, that's why I love the little worlds I create in every new project.
Feedback
"The deliverables from Cynthia were of extremely high quality and hit the brief exactly. She has delivered something truly beautiful. Her attention to detail in the designs really sets her apart.
I highly recommend her, and I have already planned on doing more business with her in the near future".
Grace Ledden
My Daily Bloom
"Cynthia was incredible to work with! She created designs that were entirely aligned with my vision. She was open to making changes when necessary. She responded to emails quickly and clearly. Her enthusiasm for the project and for her work made it so easy to work with her. I would definitely hire Cynthia again for future projects!"
Marisa Reymond
Yoga Instructor
"I have been working with Cynthia for several years, and I couldn't be more pleased. She is a true professional, delivering high-quality work quickly and consistently. Beyond her skill and speed, Cynthia is a pleasure to work with—reliable, collaborative, and always bringing a positive attitude. I highly recommend working with Cynthia, and I look forward to many more projects together!"
Paul van Duijnhoven
Geboorteplein
"I keep coming back to Cynthia because she is amazing and so fast at what she does. Thank you Cynthia for making my product look amazing!"
Marien Sarriera
Yachts Mermaids
"Cynthia is amazing! Love her work... Almost as if she was reading my mind. Very good experience and hoping to work on more projects together in the future"
Jodi Church
Freelance Author
"CyAn has been one of the best illustrators I've had the pleasure of working with. Her creativity and versatility mean I don't need to work with anyone else. She is incredibly professional and brings great ideas to the table, and I will continue to work with CyAn with my future projects. I'm so grateful we crossed paths as she has made the illustration process fun and positive."