HELLO!

🧙‍♂️My name is Karina (aka Shepengul) and I’m a professional illustrator.

For the past 4 years, I’ve dedicated myself to what I love most: illustration for books, and maps in particular. In that time, I’ve grown immensely and have had the honor of becoming a trusted creative partner for over 100 authors.

I create illustrations for authors, publishers, and games. While my heart lies in fantasy and magical realism, I’m always excited to explore other genres, from sci-fi to non-fiction.

My goal is to make maps that are visually captivating, unique, and rich with information. Above all, I want to be a reliable creative partner, helping to bring your world to life and making the journey of world-building a little easier and a lot more magical.

Do you have a questions or you'd like to work with me? 🌜

CONTACT ME

Out of the office

When I’m not drawing maps, you’ll almost certainly find me with my nose in a book—mostly fiction, philosophy, and anything on linguistics (languages are a personal passion of mine). And then there are travels! Nature refills my soul and fuels my inspiration (plus, it’s the best way to gather references for my maps 😊).

FOR THE DUNGEON MASTER

Bring your campaigns to life with custom maps and illustrations designed to immerse your players in unforgettable adventures! Whether it’s a sprawling fantasy world, a single dungeon, or character artwork, I’ll help turn your imagination into something tangible.

These projects are perfect for personal use in tabletop games or private collections, with no commercial rights required.

MAP PORTFOLIO

TESTIMONIALS

SOME OF MY CLIENTS <3

Bastei Lübbe AG Dover Publications

Penguin Random House Sourcebooks

Amber Braun

Cherish Wright

Daniella J. Sommers

Frost Kay

Jack Townson

January Bell

Jeannin Counts

Jennifer Whichelo

Kynsie Cole

Marcus Lee

Mariah Montoya

Nathalie Maddox

Sheila Masterson

...and many more wonderful independent authors, game masters, and other creatives!