About Me
El Carrel (they/them) is an illustrator born in Normal Illinois, but now based in Chicago. They illustrate whimsical stories that inspire the young and young at heart. They love creating colorful, vibrant illustrations that spread joy and whimsy to their audience. When not creating, El can be found reading or watching various animal videos to get inspiration.
Awards and Recognition
Illustrator of the Year |ILLO Awards 2026 | Columbia College Chicago
Best Children's Book Illustrator| ILLO Awards 2025 | Columbia College Chicago
Best New Illustrator| ILLO Awards 2024 | Columbia College Chicago
Contact
For general or freelance inquires please contact elcarrel.illustrations@gmail.com
Tabling Events
U Chicago Farmers' Market | 2025, 2026
Chicago Alternative Comics Expo (CAKE) | 2026
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) | 2026
Columbia College Chicago's C3 | 2025, 2026
Columbia College Chicago's Inkfest | 2024, 2025, 2026
GalaxyCon St. Louis | 2025
Painted Wraith Street Fair | 2025
Illinois Game Con | 2024, 2025
DePaul University's DIBScon | 2025
U Chicago's UChi-Con | 2025
NCHS Craft and Vendor Show | 2024
Miller Park Zoo's Art for Conservation Fair | 2024
