Hola! My name is Karla Medina...

I am a visual development artist and aspiring art educator with a background in animation, storytelling, and collaborative leadership. I hold a BFA in Animation with a minor in Storyboarding and Drawing from the Savannah College of Art and Design, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude.

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My creative practice centers on character-driven storytelling, visual problem-solving, and intentional design. Through my work as an Art Director and Producer on SCAD’s capstone film Kirilo, I led a team of 17 student artists, developed visual style guides and color scripts, and guided peers through structured feedback and collaborative workflows — experiences that shaped my interest in teaching and mentorship.

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Influenced by my Dominican and Puerto Rican roots, I am passionate about culturally responsive art education that encourages students to explore identity, creativity, and meaning through visual expression. I believe art classrooms should be joyful, structured environments where curiosity, discipline, and imagination work together to help students grow academically and personally.

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My goal is to bring professional artistic practices into the classroom in developmentally appropriate ways, helping students build confidence, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for beauty and storytelling. I am currently pursuing opportunities in K-12 art education and graduate training in teaching.

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I am always open to collaboration and learning opportunities and can be reached at karlamedinafadul@gmail.com