Hello, I’m Virgen
I’m a Paris-based freelance illustrator with a passion for creating bold, playful, and colorful visual universes, and love creating visual stories with both personal meaning and social impact—LGBTQI rights, feminism, and more. My work combines contemporary design, vibrant color palettes, and a touch of whimsy, bringing stories, brands, and ideas to life through illustration.

Over the years, I’ve collaborated with global brands and institutions including Adidas, Vans, Galeries Lafayette, and Cabaïa, as well as cultural organizations and museums. I also develop projects for children, creating playful and imaginative universes that inspire learning and creativity. These experiences allow me to explore diverse creative challenges, from fashion and lifestyle to immersive artistic experiences.

Creative Workshops & Team Building
In addition to my illustration work, I design and lead creative workshops for organizations and cultural institutions. These sessions are tailored to foster collaboration, creativity, and team cohesion. For example, I have created interactive workshops for MAIF Social Club, combining playful illustration activities with engaging sessions to inspire participants and strengthen team dynamics. These workshops are perfect for companies looking to enhance team building in a fun, creative, and memorable way.

I remain open to new collaborations with brands, institutions, and cultural projects, as well as creative experiences for children, bringing my colorful, playful style to every project. My approach is hands-on, playful, and inclusive, encouraging participants and audiences to explore their imagination while learning new ways to communicate visually.

For me, illustration isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life, a lens through which I connect, communicate, and spark creativity in the world around me.

COLLABS AND EVENTS

2024
• Mural for the interns' common room – Sainte-Anne Hospital, Paris
• Chez Bogato x Virgen – Illustrated cake collection & window display, Paris
• Maif Social Club x Virgen – Illustrated activity kit & creative workshops, Paris
• Exhibition for the Festival Cinéma de Femmes, Les Arches Citoyennes, Paris
• Cabaia x Virgen – European collaboration

2023
• Collage workshop on sisterhood – Les Arches Citoyennes, Paris
• Illustrated donation box for Pink October, “Je donne ma perruque”, Paris
• Art direction, visual identity & urban illustrations – City of Saint-Ouen
• Exhibition & feminist workshops – Wearein, Cité Fertile, Pantin
• Diversidées – Illustrations for traveling exhibitions (cancer & endometriosis)

2022
• Vans x Virgen – Window displays & limited edition items (Christmas campaign, France)
• Finalist – Posterheroes competition, Italy (exhibition & publication)
• Feminist exhibition with Wearein, Sist’her, Paris
• Equality mural – French Social Ministries, Paris
• BZB x Virgen – Capsule collection tribute to the LGBTQ+ community, Paris
• Mag Jeunes LGBT x Virgen – Instagram illustrations on LGBTQ+ issues
• Pavillon des Canaux x Virgen – Poster for Pride Month celebration, Paris

2021
• Animated digital facade exhibition – Wearein for UN Women, Paris
• Vans x Virgen – Pride Month window installation, Reims
• EP7 x Virgen – Animated digital facade exhibition, Paris
• Graphic design for the Christmas scenography – 12th district Town Hall, Paris
• Official launch of Wearein Agency collective, Paris

2020
• Winner – Huawei International Artist Competition, China
• Posca x Virgen – Digital collab during lockdown, Paris
• Finalist – Castelbajac Paris Drawing Competition, Paris
• Longlisted – World Illustration Awards, UK
• Illustration & publication – CaroselloLab x Red Cross book, Italy
• Atelier Meraki x Virgen – Art & fashion exhibition, Paris

2019
• Launch of my embroidered design brand Virgen, Paris
• Textile design – French Game, Drôle de Zoo, Sophie D, Paris
• Adidas x Virgen – Collab for the Women’s World Cup, Paris
• Illustrations & exhibition – MIA3J Festival, Châlons

2018
• KOP x Virgen – Capsule collection celebrating the French World Cup win, Paris
• Irné x Virgen – Collection of illustrated caps and bags, Paris

COMPETITIONS

• 2022 – Finalist, Posterheroes Competition, Italy
• 2022 – Shortlisted, The Gallery Open Call, UK
• 2020 – International Artist Winner, Huawei Competition, China
• 2020 – Winner, Castelbajac Drawing Competition, France
• 2020 – Longlisted Artist, World Illustration Awards, UK
• 2020 – Selected, Designers Against Corona platform, Italy

You’re a brand or a professional?
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Do you like my universe and need art direction for your project?
Let’s talk! I’d love to bring my creative vision to your ideas.

Looking for a custom illustration?
Tell me everything — I’m here to make it come to life.

Thinking about a collab?
Let’s chat and imagine something bold and joyful together!

You’re an individual?
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Do you like my world and want to treat yourself?
Take a look at my shop and have fun!

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For any special request — collaboration, workshop, quote or anything else — just drop me a line via the contact form. I’ll get back to you with a big smile 😊

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Representation in China
For China-based inquiries, please contact my management team :
艺峰国际 Ampersand Globe
Attn: Doris Leung
International Metropolitan Plaza (IMP), 66F, Guangzhou, China
📞 +86 13826167183
📱 WeChat: ampersand18
📧 doris@ampersandglobe.com
🌐 www.ampersandglobe.com