My love for dinosaurs started at a young age when I stumbled upon an old book with captivating illustrations of these prehistoric creatures.
I was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. My love for dinosaurs started at a young age when I stumbled upon an old book with captivating illustrations of these prehistoric creatures. Even though I couldn't read, I spent hours flipping through the pages, fascinated by the images.
Around four years old, my parents got me my first dinosaur book, and that's when my obsession took off. I'd copy the drawings and, once I could read, I absorbed everything I could find about dinosaurs. Museums and classic dino movies like King Kong and The Valley of Gwangi became my hangouts. Later, Jurassic Park, with its CGI magic, only fueled my passion more.
Alongside my love for dinosaurs, I developed an interest in art. I took classes to explore painting, drawing, and sculpture. I made a bunch of tiny dinosaur sculptures in my youth, and although they're a bit outdated now, they still hold a cherished place in my parents' home.
When it came to choosing a career, I briefly considered paleontology but ended up going to cinema school for animation. I worked as a 2D animator and illustrator for animation and video game studios. I even freelanced and did a stint as a tattoo artist.
It took me a while to jump into 3D art, but once I did, it became a passion. Naturally, one of the first things I modeled was a Tyrannosaurus rex.
In 2016, my husband and I moved to Europe, where I indulged my love for dinosaurs even more by visiting as many museums as possible, with highlights including the surreal sight of Iguanodons in Brussels. Now I'm living in Berlin, and the Archaeopteryx at the local museum is a favorite spot.
In my free time, I enjoy video games, movies, concerts, and music festivals. I also enjoy playing the bass, dabble in makeup, and spend time with friends. And yes, I've often wondered what it would be like to have a Velociraptor as a pet.
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