This series of colourful pop-surrealistic portraits reflects how the memories of the artist come to life and take the form of imaginary characters. Each one represents a different mood that creates its own world and alternate reality, becoming pure reflections of all the emotions that dwell within.

Norma de Leon AKA Muxxi is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Guatemala city. Her unusual characters and creatures have given her a cult following around the world and global brands haven’t been immune to the charms of her work either. Her work has been published in magazines and books and also has appeared in many exhibitions and collaborative projects around the world. Some of her clients include: Microsoft, Andrews Mc Meel Publishing, Blik, The Stranger, Momiji HQ and Chattyfeet.

Born and based in Guatemala City, Muxxi’s unusual characters and creatures have given her a cult following around the world and global brands haven’t been immune to the charms of her work either. Her quirky images speak of freedom and expressiveness and when she’s creating an illo – or even an imaginary world - her aim is to spread joy to whoever sees it.