Marena Landeo is a digital artist, working as an animator and illustrator. She is a self-published author, writing and illustrating two books of her own. When she is not working on artwork, she likes to listen to and play music. She plays the violin and guitar. She often incorporates her skills and interest in composition into her art. She enjoys spending time with her two cats: Sushi and Adelaide, who love to watch her draw. She also collaborates and creates work with her twin sister.
EDUCATION
B.F.A in Graphic Design, minor in Digital Productions Art, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
2022 - 2026
PUBLICATIONS
Landeo, Marena, While I Sleep,
Self-published,
2026
Ford, Ginger. Gretta and Gamble,
Self-published,
2025
Landeo, Marena. Sushi and Peach,
Self-published,
2025
Clemson Chronicle,
Sushi, Spring 2024 Edition,
2024
SCHOLARSHIPS/AWARDS
Clemson University Spring Art Department Scholarship
2026
Clemson University Summer Art Department Scholarship
2024
RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DJ for WSBF FM Clemson
2024-2026
Promotion Team Member for WSBF FM Clemson
2024-2025
EXHIBITIONS & SCREENINGS
Senior Exhibition, Lee Gallery, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
2026
Student Media Art Festival - Lost and Found, Clemson University,
Clemson, SC.
2026
Clemson Art Book Fair & Zine Fest, Gunnin Library, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
2026
Clemson Film Festival, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
2025
Illuminate Media Art Festival, Clemson University, Clemson, SC
2025
Clemson Art Book Fair & Zine Fest, Gunnin Library, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
2025
Foundations Review Exhibition, Lee Hall, Clemson University,
Clemson, SC.
2024
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SOFTWARE: Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, In Design), Google Suite
CAMERAS: DSLR, Insta360, Kodak Pixpro
AUDIO: Garage Band, Music composition
DIGITAL: Digital printing
2D: drawing and painting with ink, acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache, charcoal