Sophia Valentin is an illustrator from Long Beach, New York who emphasizes mood and emotion through her captivating paintings and drawings. As a Savannah College of Art and Design Women’s Soccer alumna with a BFA in Illustration, Sophia’s practice is rooted in a desire to create visuals that resonate with others and foster a sense of connection. Working across both traditional and digital mediums, she combines expressive characters, thoughtful compositions, and atmospheric elements to draw viewers into her imaginative world. Sophia explores the ways storytelling can inspire creativity, while allowing people to not only discover, but expand their own sense of imagination.