Jul 30, 2025
Margo is joined by color-obsessed illustrator and
joyful creative spirit, Andrea Campos. Known to many as the talent
behind Drea’s Doodles, Andrea shares her unconventional journey
from a decade-long career in marketing to becoming a full-time
visual artist and New York Times bestselling illustrator. What
started as a personal art challenge during the pandemic turned into
an extraordinary pivot—leading to illustrating a bilingual
children’s book co-authored by none other than Jennifer Lopez and
Jimmy Fallon.
Margo and Andrea talk about the magic of starting
before you’re ready, the power of creative challenges, and how
community can shift your entire trajectory. Andrea shares on
embracing her playful voice, navigating imposter syndrome, and
showing up authentically as a first-generation Mexican American
artist.
Margo and Andrea discuss:
Andrea’s path from corporate marketing to full-time creative work
How an art challenge sparked a major publishing opportunity
Embracing a joyful, playful art style despite industry expectations
Building creative confidence and community on Instagram
Illustrating Con Pollo and being featured on The Tonight Show
The value of representation and storytelling through a bilingual lens
Using art to invite empathy and spark connection
Her upcoming solo book project and the character that inspired it
The importance of creative “side quests” and making art just for fun
Connect with Andrea:
https://instagram.com/dreasdoodles
https://www.tiktok.com/@dreasdoodles
Tips for Kids Books!
https://dreasdoodles.substack.com/p/new-to-kidlit-here-are-my-favorite
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry