​My name is Olga Herrera. I am a Latinx Author and Illustrator of children's books. I earned my BFA from the Ringling College of Art and Design with a major in Illustration, graduating with honors. ​

My work is colorful, whimsical, and fun.  I love drawing people! Kids, pets, and family members showing emotion, action, and storytelling narrative scenes.
I am co-founder and co-host of ILLOCHAT, a podcast about the journey of professional illustration.

I am also a member of the SCBWI and have the honor of winning the Regional Conference logo competition for two consecutive years (MD/DE/WV 2019 & 2020).  I have also been a mentor, teacher, and presenter for several events. 

 I teach illustration and creative writing for fiction picture books and offer mentorships and portfolio reviews.​

I am bilingual and enjoy the mixture of my Cuban and Ecuadorian cultural roots.

My latest book, A Light For Lucinda: A story from the Cuban Revolution, explores my Cuban roots.

I grew up in Ecuador, a beautifully diverse country close to my heart. As a teenager I returned to Florida my hometown, and as an adult I traded year-round summers for the fun of experiencing every season. I now live in the picturesque state of Maryland with my husband, two children, and too many pets. 

Socials: Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky.