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I’m Cinthia James,

a dedicated artist proficient in illustration, surface pattern design, and graphic design. Based in Berlin, my artistic journey draws inspiration from various sources, especially the dynamic worlds of fashion and music, with a special fondness for K-pop.

My art journey led me to create a unique artistic process, which I lovingly documented in my award-winning art book, "Treasure Found: An Art Journey."

My aesthetic style is characterized by a blend of playful sophistication and a vibrant color palette. I’m known for my portrait art with custom patterns.

I also offer book design, patterns for licensing and creative workshops.


Awards

Book

2024 Book Excellence Awards Winner, Art
2024
Reader Views Literary Silver Award, Crafts & Hobbies
2024
Foreword Indies Bronze Award, Hobbies & Home
2024
Next Generation Indie Finalist, Illustration
2023
Best Indie Book Award (BIBA), Non-Fiction: Crafting
2023
Readers’ Favorite Illustration Award, Non-Fiction
2023
Readers’ Favorite Silver Winner, Non-Fiction: Art & Photography
2023
National Indie Excellence Finalist, Non-Fiction: Crafts & Hobbies
2023
National Indie Excellence Finalist, Non-Fiction: How-To
2023
International Book Awards Finalist, Non-Fiction: Best Interior Design

Illustration

2024 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist, Illustration (Book Illustration)
2023 Readers’ Favorite Illustration Award, Non-Fiction (Book Illustration)

Long/Shortlist
2021
FIDA Awards Category Muse (Fashion Illustration)
2020 DIFA Awards (Digital Fashion Illustration)