Author: Flor Rodriguez Actis

Country: Argentina

Work Description: The Roots of Joaquin, created by Argentinian illustrator Flor Rodriguez Actis. Its visual language is purposefully restrained: watercolor washes and textured collages form a rhythm across the pages. The characters’ movements are exaggerated yet sincere, while the backgrounds remain minimal or completely blank—allowing emotion to seep through the negative space. This is a story of selfhood and belonging. In a time of globalization, it resonates all the more deeply, reminding us that growing up doesn’t always mean running outward—sometimes, it means looking back and growing down.