Molly Crabapple

Illustrator and journalist, illustrated reports

Molly Crabapple - Illustrator and journalist, illustrated reports
Born

September 13th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Graduated from New York University. Worked as an illustrator and journalist, gaining recognition for engaging illustrations and written pieces. Contributions include illustrated reports from Guantanamo Bay and her work with various publications such as The Guardian and Vice. Expanded creative expression through the use of art to highlight social and political issues, often blending personal narrative with journalistic storytelling.

Illustrated reports from Guantanamo Bay

Contributions to The Guardian and Vice

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