Aaliyah Radebaugh

is an animator and illustrator from San Antonio, Texas, currently based in Tucson, Arizona. She is pursuing a BFA in Studio Art at the University of Arizona, with an emphasis in Illustration, Design, and Animation.

Her work explores inclusive, character-driven storytelling that blends real-life experiences with imaginative, magical elements. Her style is vibrant, expressive, and rooted in a love for motion, color, and personality. She primarily works digitally using Procreate and ToonSquid on the iPad, and is also proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Animate.

In addition to her personal practice, Aaliyah holds a leadership role in the University of Arizona’s Frame by Frame Animation Club, where she helps create a supportive and collaborative space for student animators. She is always eager to take on new creative opportunities and bring meaningful stories to life through animation.

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Fun Facts: Aaliyah has been animating since she was 11 years old, inspired by her love for magical girl shows like Sailor Moon. Her first ever animation was a pilot episode for a show she created called The Crystal Fairies, which was all about rainbows, girlhood, and friendship. When she’s not animating, Aaliyah enjoys spending time with her two cats, Lola and Luna, who are often by her side during creative sessions. She also has a passion for collecting antiques, with a growing collection that’s always expanding, and she may or may not own a few too many clothes.