Artwork Collection

Thesis: Blooming

"Blooming" illustrates the stories of girls growing up queer, starting from childhood moments, navigating the teenage years, and growing into adulthood as they navigate what it means to come out of the closet.

Illustration Art Digital Art Identity LGBTQ+

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Hindsight
Hindsight

Illustration

Hindsight

She used to be a friend, but something else makes the end of this friendship hurt so deeply.

Small Town
Small Town

Illustration

Small Town

Sometimes, the answers you’re looking for won’t be found at home.

Not For Me
Not For Me

Illustration

Not For Me

Something makes you different, but you don’t know what it is.

Sunset
Sunset

Illustration

Sunset

It doesn’t matter how long it takes, there’s always time to accept who you truly are.

Dawning
Dawning

Illustration

Dawning

It’s time to take a look inside, and face what hides beneath the surface.

The Dinner Table
The Dinner Table

Illustration

The Dinner Table

You know they’re wrong. Will you argue? Or will you keep the peace?

Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis

Illustration

Metamorphosis

It may take time, but you will grow into your true self, and you won’t have to do it alone.

Possibility
Possibility

Illustration

Possibility

The secret’s out. You will never be what they wanted you to be. What will happen now?

Work by

Sofia Perez Avila

Illustrator & Comic Artist

“"Blooming" illustrates the stories of girls growing up queer, starting from childhood moments, navigating the teenage years, and growing into adulthood as they navigate what it means to come out of...” [More]