Hello!

My name is Shelby Grates, and I am an illustrator, letterer, writer, and non-profit professional.

My greatest passion is using creative expression to ignite the spark that inspires connection, compassion, and movement.

I have 6+ years of experience in using words to illustrate need and demonstrate impact, generating support for organizations committed to making the world a brighter and kinder place.

I’m a Southern Californian new to Brooklyn, working in development research. In my free time, you can find me drawing or writing in the park, exploring new parts of the city, listening to podcasts, scoping out new experiences, or watching sloth videos. A lover of travel, nature, art, and action, I believe our world should be both appreciated and questioned.