Meet Mary Navarro,

the founder of Joyful Pages

I am a BIPOC illustrator, a Latin American mulatto woman from the Dominican Republic. From a young age, I discovered my passion for art, spending countless hours drawing, coloring, and experimenting with various materials. This early fascination led me to pursue formal training in painting, beginning at the tender age of 10. I then embarked on a journey at the National School of Fine Arts in my home country.

Driven by my artistic pursuits, I decided to further my education in a field closely tied to art and creativity. I enrolled in Advertisement Creativity and Management at the esteemed Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD). Seeking to expand my skills and delve into the world of digital illustration, I honed my craft at the Altos de Chavon School.

To broaden my career horizons, I sought professional development opportunities abroad. I ventured to Barcelona, Spain, where I immersed myself in the dynamic realms of advertising campaigns and graphic design. Through dedicated studies and a master’s degree in graphic design, I acquired valuable expertise and knowledge.

During my early professional years, I embraced diverse roles as a graphic designer, editorial designer, and illustrator, working with notable agencies and publishing houses in the Dominican Republic. However, an intense desire to pursue my true passion emerged—visual storytelling. With this in mind, I delved into the realm of editorial illustration, merging my artistic talent, creative mind, and expertise in graphic design to create comprehensive publications, from cover to back cover.

Driven by an innate altruistic nature, I found my calling when self-publishing became increasingly accessible. This revolutionary avenue provided talented individuals with limited resources an opportunity to amplify their voices and share their messages with the world. Inspired by this democratization of storytelling, I embarked on a mission to support authors throughout their self-publishing journey.

This vision culminated in the establishment of Joyful Pages, an all-inclusive platform designed to empower authors by providing comprehensive support and resources. As the founder, I offer guidance and assistance, enabling talented individuals to transform their ideas into captivating publications. Through Joyful Pages, I aim to champion the voices of underrepresented artists, fostering inclusivity and creativity within the self-publishing realm.

Expert illustrations that captivate young minds

Whether you’re an author looking to publish your first book, a publisher searching for a reliable and talented illustrator, or simply a lover of children’s literature, we have a solution for you! hire us and see the magic of Joyful Pages.

We have a mission:

Our mission is to bring joy to children through the power of illustration. We are committed to producing high-quality, creative, and engaging illustrations that inspire and uplift children, and promote their well-being and happiness. We believe in the importance of fostering imagination, creativity, and playfulness in children, and our illustrations are designed to spark their imaginations and encourage them to explore the world around them. Above all, we are driven by a deep love for children and a desire to make a positive impact on their lives through our work.

We have a vision:

Our vision is to bring joy and wonder to children through the power of imagination and creativity. We strive to create illustrations that spark the imagination, cultivate a love of learning, and foster a lifelong appreciation for the beauty of storytelling. Through our work, we aim to inspire the next generation of readers and artists, and to help bring more joyful and colorful pages to the world of children’s literature.

We have 4 pilars:

Creativity

We value creativity and imaginative thinking. We create illustrations that spark the imaginations encourage creative thinking.

Fun

Having fun is important and helps create enjoyable experiences for children. We love playful, colorful, and engaging illustrations.

Joy

We are committed to bringing joy and wonder to children through our illustrations, to make every project an engaging experience.

Love for children

Our stronger pilar is children and the impact our illustrations can have on their lives. We are committed to creating illustrations that inspire and uplift children, and promote their well-being and happiness.