The Inspiration...
I am interested in pushing the boundaries of the imagination and creating works that not only make viewers feel warm and fuzzy but invoke a sense of story. My paintings often represent concepts or characters from film and television that have sparked my inspiration. I am a firm believer in indulging your inner child, so I strive to make artistic choices that will help viewers connect with a more free and imaginative self. While the larger message of the work may be ambiguous, the small snapshot of a story my paintings capture is meant to make you feel euphoric, and because of that I view my work as love letters to the world. My artist moniker, “Love Mana”, is representative of me signing away those love letters.
The Story...
Amanda “Love Mana” Estrada is a San Diego based artist. She has a BFA in Animation and Game Art. Her professional art career began in film working as a 3D artist. A love for animation and story influences her paintings. She uses her background in 3D art to create her concepts. She begins her work by blocking out her ideas in 3D software, then uses digital drawing tools to refine the reference material. She specializes in creating surreal fantasy scenes that transport the viewer to a world of wonder. Her unique artistic style combines vibrant hues, intricate details, and soft dream like elements, resulting in mesmerizing compositions that captivate the imagination.
