Sophia Zarders
Long Beach
Bio
I’m a freelance illustrator, comic artist, and pop culture queen from Long Beach, CA! I enjoy showcasing artists & figures from marginalized communities in my zines, including comedians, feminist artists, filmmakers, and youth activists. I write and illustrate a horror comedy web comic called “Jesus Freak” and a slice of life comic strip called “Our Lady of Cacophony” in Razorcake Magazine. I’m also a freelance curator, educator, and workshop facilitator. Oh, and in my free time I love to write film scripts!
Zines
You’re Funny For A... is an illustrated zine series showcasing women, trans, & gnc comedians.
Vol 1, $11.99 - Buy here.
Vol 2, $13.99 - Buy here.
Jesus Freak is a horror comedy comic series about a teen girl and her misfit friends who are haunted by a vengeful, green-haired poltergeist.
Women Directors and Trans Filmmakers, $13.99 - Highlights individuals revolutionizing the film industry. Buy here.
Feminist Artist Alphabet, $14.99 - An illustrated alphabet book featuring a contemporary feminist artist, musician, filmmaker, or creative figure for each letter. Buy here.
Every Butterfly Needs a Home, $9.99 - A children’s book discussing child detainment and immigration justice. Buy here.
Proud to Be Me - A collaborative zine with illustrator, Carly Lake, about youth activists making a difference around the world. (DM or email me for pricing.)
Other Work
I have several prints of my illustrations, available in my shop at www.sophiazarders.storenvy.com. I’m selling two postcard series benefitting the Marsha P. Johnson Institute and the For the Gworls Medical Fund. There’s also an activist portrait series featuring illustrations of Berta Caceres, Shirley Chisholm, Angela Davis, and Mykki Blanco. As a freelance artist, I am always available and open to any commissions and freelance opportunities. I specialize in poster designs, editorial and book illustrations. I’m also available for art lessons and workshops!
Links, Social, & Support
Email: sophiazarders@gmail.com
Website: www.sophiazarders.com
Social media: @sophiazarders on Instagram and Twitter.
Venmo: @sophiazarders
