Lucia Masciullo
Lucia is an award-winning children’s book illustrator with a passion for storytelling through whimsical and imaginative artwork.
Born and bred in Italy, she moved to Australia in 2007 and has since illustrated over thirty books, including Come Down, Cat! by Sonya Hartnett (CBCA Honour Book and Prime Minister’s Award shortlisted), Eat My Dust! by Neridah McMullin (CBCA Notable) and the Olive of Groves trilogy by Katrina Nannestad (Indie Book Award shortlisted).
Lucia brings stories to life using traditional techniques such as watercolour, pencil, acrylic, and collage, and she loves experimenting with new styles to create unique moods for each project.
She has shared her passion for drawing and illustration with thousands of children, regularly presenting talks and workshops for students and aspiring illustrators. She also runs holiday art camps called Draw Like an Artist and is available for virtual sessions and illustration workshops.
Testimonials
So wonderful to view storytelling from an illustrator's perspective. Lucia was so enthusiastic and all the students participated in her drawing workshop with great energy and creativity. I would highly recommend Lucia as a celebrated and expressive presenter.
St. Benedict's Primary School, Mango Hill - September, 2025Lucia was wonderful! She was engaging, well prepared and did exactly what we were wanting her to do. She related to the children well and her presentation and activities we age appropriate and suited our expected outcomes.
Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School - September, 2025Lucia Masciullo’s visit to our Year 4–6 students was an outstanding success. Her warmth and generosity created an inviting atmosphere that immediately engaged both staff and students. Lucia’s presentation was not only informative but also highly interactive, offering valuable insights into the illustration process. Her hands-on illustration class captivated students and inspired creativity across all year levels. Staff unanimously praised her ability to connect with students and deliver content in an engaging and accessible way. The visit exceeded our expectations and left a lasting impression on our school community. We are incredibly grateful for her time and expertise.
St. Anthony's Primary School - August, 2025Lucia Masciullo’s visit to our school was a truly inspiring experience. Warm, kind, and engaging, she captivated students across all year levels with her passion for illustration. Lucia shared her journey to becoming a professional illustrator, offering informative insights into the creative process and the skills required for the industry. Her presentations were thoughtfully tailored to each age group, ensuring every session was both accessible and meaningful. Students were especially enthusiastic about the hands-on activities, which allowed them to experiment with different illustration techniques. Lucia’s warmth and creativity left a lasting impression, sparking excitement and curiosity in young minds.
Emmanuel College - June, 2025Lucia provided sessions across the school from Prep to year 6. She was able to tailor her presentation to engage the different audiences while maintaining the authenticity of her messaging about the role of an illustrator. Student engagement was very high, particularly when engaged in drawing.
Cannon Hill State School - June, 2024
On the Way to School
The Imagineer
Go Home, Cat!
Eat My Dust
Dragon Folding
Lucky's Star
Aussie Kids - Meet Katie at the Beach
My Real Friend
Family Forest
Come down, Cat!
Olive of Groves
Queensland
Speaker type
- Illustrator / Designer
Audience
- Prep - Year 2
- Year 3-6