Character Design Artists

Melisa Raastad is an artist, illustrator, and children's book author who is passionate about connecting people through art.

I create bold, hand-drawn artwork filled with expressive portraits, playful symbols, vivid color, and spiritual themes. Based in Houston, I blend humor, faith, and imagination to turn everyday ideas into lively visual stories.

Hi! My aim is to make the viewer engage with the art and thus produce a genuine smile.

Creating vibrant, dynamic art that blends nature, abstract forms, and bold colors into engaging, stylish designs for apparel and decor.

I create vibrant, abstract works that explore transformation, energy, and nature through dynamic shapes and bold colors. My paintings invite viewers to find movement and meaning in the interplay of light, form, and emotion, offering a vivid yet contemplative experience.