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Lionel (Leo) Emabat

Teaching Artist

Lionel (Leo) Emabat is (he/him) an artist with over a decade of experience ranging from illustrating books, posters, T-shirts, and animation.  He started drawing as early as 5 years old and hasn't let his pen go since.  He holds a B.A in Digital Design & Illustration / Computer Science. Born in West Africa, he developed his skills during his teenage years through various art schools and programs.  In the seventh grade, his art teacher advised him to compete and join the art program of his future high school. His artistic experiences combined with cultural adaptation inspired his drawings. Over the years the things he has seen and experienced sparked his creativity & helped inspire his drawings. He lives and works in NJ - sketching his way there one drawing at a time. Leo is a former PS 17 student and was recommended to AYB by the school's principal.

Lionel (Leo) Emabat

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