Artthena, the online alias of Maddie Russell, is a self-taught digital artist specialising in fantasy portraiture.
Inspired by fantasy books & pop culture, Maddie creates expressive character portraits that blend whimsy, emotion, and storytelling. Her work celebrates beloved fictional characters while bringing her own artistic vision to every piece.
Alongside her pop culture inspired portraiture, Maddie has developed an expanding collection of original character artwork, including her fairy illustrations and an upcoming series of themed mermaids.
Every artwork is 100% hand-drawn with no AI — purely her own skill, built through years of training.
Over the last 10 years, Maddie has featured in Artist Alleys at pop culture conventions across almost all Australian states, as well as vending at local markets.