Marcos Cisneros (he/they) is a Portland-based graphic designer and illustrator whose work blends bold graphic style with cultural commentary and personal expression. A proud advocate for BIPOC representation in the art and design world, Marcos views art as a form of activism, using visual storytelling to amplify voices that deserve to be seen and heard.

Working both digitally and traditionally, Marcos often moves between tools like Procreate and graphite on paper. While he enjoys the possibilities of digital illustration, he still values the tactile immediacy of drawing by hand, where ideas can evolve naturally and take unexpected directions.

Marcos draws inspiration from the world around him: strangers on the street, graffiti along the highways, and the everyday visual textures of city life. They also find inspiration in the craftsmanship of overlooked creative work, like the hand-painted signage at local grocery stores.

Living in Portland, Marcos feels a deep connection to the city’s culture and energy, especially downtown, where he finds endless inspiration in the people and environments that shape its character.