Vashti Harrison is a multi-talented author, filmmaker, and illustrator, who was born in Virginia and currently resides in New York. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media Studies and Studio Art from the University of Virginia. After completing her undergraduate studies, Harrison went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Video from the California Institute of the Arts.
Harrison is well-known for her passion for storytelling, which is evident in her work as an artist, author, and filmmaker. During her time at the California Institute of the Arts, she discovered a renewed love for drawing and painting, which she had first developed as a child. Harrison's love for both film and illustration has enabled her to create beautiful and engaging stories for children.
As an author, Harrison has achieved significant success with her bestselling book, "Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History." The book, which features inspiring stories of 40 black women who made significant contributions to history, has been praised for its powerful message and beautiful illustrations.
Harrison's background in filmmaking has also been instrumental in her career. She honed her skills in film and cinematography as a double major at the University of Virginia. While pursuing her MFA in Film and Video at the California Institute of the Arts, she snuck into animation and illustration classes to learn from Disney and DreamWorks legends. Harrison's experience in filmmaking has enabled her to bring a unique perspective to her work as an author and illustrator. She is passionate about crafting beautiful stories for children and young adults in the film and kidlit worlds, and her work continues to inspire and engage audiences of all ages.