Mackenzie (Kenzie Sue) Panessa is an artist & illustrator from Seaford, New York. She draws inspiration from nature, antique photographs, children’s books, vintage illustrations, and classic fairy-tales. She loves to create in any way she can. She sews, crochets, embroiders, paints, and obviously loves to draw. Her work is characterized by textures, intricate linework, and earth tones, and has a whimsical, timeless quality.
Kenzie Sue has worked in several different areas, including album cover illustration, logos, murals, and some graphic design work. In 2021, she had a deal with fashion brand SHEIN, resulting in a creator’s showcase with artwork featured on clothing and apparel. She is currently illustrating a children's book and working on murals and machine embroidery. She is also a member of the SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators) since 2022.
Kenzie Sue is a firm believer that we all need a little more magic and childlike wonder in our day-to-day lives. She graduated from The Fashion Institute of Technology with a BFA in Illustration, and currently resides with her family on Long Island.
