About

Leslie Agan

is a San Francisco Bay Area-based illustrator (originally from Garden Grove, California) whose passion for capturing faces and personalities has earned her recognition in the world of portrait illustration. 

Drawing inspiration from sports, history and classic films, Leslie infuses her work with dynamic lines, vivid color and rich symbolism. At the heart of her process is a deep curiosity about people—their stories, backgrounds and quirks. Each portrait offers a glimpse into their world and the opportunity for viewers to connect.

With years of experience across freelance and in-house editorial work, Leslie's portraits are eye catching in both print and digital media. 

At home, she's a cat mom to Ada and enjoys aquascaping and traveling when the opportunity arises.

Seen here with her favorite street art in Barcelona.

Clients

Abruzzissimo Magazine / British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) / Colgate University / Deloitte / Erudite Inc / Friend & Johnson / Frontline Education / Global Academy for Medical Education / G/O Media / Johnson & Whales University / Narratively / OC Weekly / Public Radio International (PRI) / Quartz / Skelton Sprouls / The Female Quotient / The Freight / United States Air Force / WhoWhatWhy / Willamette Week / Yes Plz Coffee

+ individuals, small businesses, startups & organizations 

Select Awards

World Illustration Awards 2023 — Long-listed Illustrator

Orange County Press Club—Best Illustration (2017), Best Political Cartoon (2017, 2016)

I look forward to working with you!