Hi, I’m Lauren Marina - an illustrator and writer. In the past, I’ve written this section in the third person, but I’ll save us both the fib of suggesting I have a fancy agent and speak to you directly. I love drawing and writing in equal measure so freelance in both. I’m keen to keep my touch light on this Earth. I’ve been vegan for around eight years and sober for four. I ditched fast fashion last year and do my best to reduce plastic use. I get grounded in nature and try to meditate once a day to keep the positive vibrations flowing. I love getting tattooed, and as a 6”3 woman this tends to make me stand out in a crowd. You’ll find me sketching in indie coffee shops, tending to my plants, or hanging out at a local punk rock show. What a hipster.