ABOUT | Federica Messina

Hi! I’m Federica!

Character designer and animator based in Rome, Italy.
I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember — ever since I could hold a pencil,

it became my way of seeing and exploring the world, and I never stopped.

After high school, I studied Comics and Illustration at IED, then deepened my skills with a Master in 3D at BigRock and a Master in Animation at IDEA Academy.

I’m a passionate storyteller, and besides drawing, writing has always been one of my greatest loves. I’m an avid reader of fantasy novels — series like Harry Potter and Eragon have shaped my imagination since I was a kid.

Nature plays a huge role in my life: I often recharge my creativity by hiking through forests and mountains, surrounded by animals and the peace of the outdoors. At the same time, I’m a proud nerd!

I love japanese culture, manga, and especially video games: Baldur’s Gate 3 has stolen my heart, combining my love for fantasy with my passion for Dungeons & Dragons.

Through my work, I try to build bridges between imagination and emotion, crafting stories that speak to the heart.