Zazzle Featured Seller Interview with Sarita_K

by Jes, Zazzle Community Producer

New Zazzler Sarita, from the Artsprojekt store sarita_k, talks with us about her artistic inspirations and what she’s looking forward to.  Check out the interview below and don’t forget to check out her store sarita_k!

Zazzle: Give us a brief bio, where you’re from and when you started making art.

Sarita: I studied my art education at San Jose State University’s School of Art and Design in California, where I graduated with a BFA in Animation and Illustration in 2007. After graduation, I worked in Seattle, Washington for ArenaNet and gained valuable experience working on the game, Guild Wars 2 as an Environment Artist. Eventually moved back to Dubai and began working as a full-time illustrator and concept artist. Currently, I’m working at a casual gaming studio and will have two ipad games releasing soon. In addition to gaming, I also love illustrating children’s books and will have my first e-book published very soon.

Zazzle: What is your inspiration for your designs?

Sarita: A lot of my work is inspired by animals and nature; I think they’re wonderful creatures and I’m just in awe of their beauty and tenderness. When I lived in the Bay Area, I used to visit the San Francisco Zoo often and draw the animals – my favorite were the polar bears because they were so playful! I also love watching the National Geographic Channel, and there’s always something in there that instantly inspires me, whether it’s an elephant or a cute little beetle.  Plus, I think animals a great way to connect with children, whether is trying to get a message across or reading them a story.

Zazzle: When you’re not creating art, what are your other hobbies?

Sarita:  I’m a movie-junkie and love going for film festivals whenever I can. I also swim and play guitar regularly.

Zazzle: Any artists you look up to when ti comes to designing?

Sarita:  Wow, there’s so many! But some of my favorites are Lisa Frank, Pascal Campion, Daniel Krall, Charuca Vargas, Sam Bosma, Jon Klassen, Buff Monster and Daniel Dociu.

Zazzle: What is your favorite Zazzle feature? How do you use it?

Sarita:  Tweetfering! – You can really use it to promote your products directly. It’s a great way to market yourself!

Zazzle: What has been your favorite design you’ve created, and why?

Sarita: My favorite design so far has been “Dragon Love”. It’s this cute little dragon I made that can’t breathe fire, but only exudes little hearts from her mouth. This piece was inspired by a crush I have on someone. lol!

Zazzle: What was the very first thing you made on Zazzle?

Sarita: The first thing I made on Zazzle was my Capricorn Mug – I thought it would be a fun illustration to start with!

Zazzle: Being a newer seller on Zazzle, what are you looking forward to the most?

Sarita: Getting more recognition and also being able to put my designs on new products! I was so excited when Zazzle started offering iPad and iPhone cases, and I can’t wait to see what’s coming next!

Zazzle: What got you interested in selling your art on Zazzle?

Sarita: I was actually invited to join ArtsProjekt, and I noticed how many phenomenal artists were posting their work on Zazzle. I knew I had to be a part of that! Plus it’s a great platform to market yourself and also make a some money too!

Zazzle: What tips can you give someone who is just starting out on Zazzle?

Sarita: Be sure to check out Zazzle University! I was really lost when I first joined, but once I thoroughly read through all the tutorials and I was able to get around much better.

Thanks Sarita!

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More of Sarita’s Designs

Music and the Whale Mouse Pads

Highway to heaven mouse pad

Highway to heaven ipod speaker

Dragon Love Mousepad

Dragon Love Coffee Mug

Dragon Love Tshirts

Jamie the Panda Pins

Jamie the Panda T-shirts

Boris the Kitty Coffee Mug

Bubba the Shark T Shirt

Little White Elephant MousePad