Hi! My name's Lily Allen (she/her) and I'm a Caribbean-American illustrator, designer, cartoonist, and visual development artist currently operating from the DC-MD-VA area. I love featuring colors, characters, and characters of color in my work. Recent clients include Pixar, DC, Mattel, and more.

Are you available for freelance/contract work?
Not at this time (as of 1/2025).What is your stance on AI "art"/NFTs?
I do not give consent for my artwork to be used to train generative AI, or for it to be minted as NFTs in any capacity.Do you take commissions?
Occasionally! Check my commission info page for updates.What art programs/tablets do you use?
Software:

Hardware:

In the past I've used FireAlpaca and a Wacom Intous Draw (2016-2018), an XP Pen Artist 12 (2018-2021), and an Ipad 9.7" 6th gen with a 1st gen Apple Pencil (2020-2022).Can I use your art in icons/edits/fancams/my profile, etc.?
Yes, with linked credit. If you make something with my art, I'd love to see it!Can I repost your art on social media with/without credit?
With credit: Sure, but I'd prefer it if you asked me first.Without credit: Nope!Can you draw x/y/z for free?
No. I do not take unsolicited requests unless explicitly stated otherwise.Can I draw your characters/fanart of your work?
Of course! Make sure to credit and tag me!Do you have a shop?
I have shops set up on INPRNT and Redbubble (all linked below).Why "Novva"?
I was 17 and a big fan of this guy.Any internship tips?
Make art from the heart, be yourself in the application/interview, research programs that can help with housing, and get several trusted people to look over your submission materials before you submit them.What brushes/brush settings do you use?
(These change all the time, but here are the ones I love the most):Procreate Brushes:

• Dinah Norlund's HB Pencil
• The Blending Sculptor from GeorgBrush's Free Paint Brush set
• Maurycy Procreate Graphic Brushes
• Ramonn90 PS brushes

Painttool Sai:Clean Paint by kingcholera