My name is Monique Reverie, aka Monique Guthrie, and I am seasoned designer and illustrator deeply invested in both creativity and community. With a decade of experience in graphic design, illustration, and branding, I'm passionate about crafting visually compelling narratives rooted in both principle and practicality. I am passionate about using my artistic talent to create memorable graphic design, artwork and captivating marketing. My favorite style involves incorporating my original illustrations and drawing inspiration from the history of design and art.
I aspire to turn my passion for illustration and art into a profession. Over the past 10 years, I have developed a wide range of skills in various areas including logo design, infographics, typography, traditional art, motion design, and more.
By day, I serve as the Community Coordinator at InTown Fitchburg, where I spearhead downtown revitalization efforts and support small businesses through strategic marketing and event planning. By night, I channel my artistic flair into freelance endeavors, creating memorable designs that blend original illustrations with historical inspiration.
Fueled by my love for Fitchburg and its diverse inhabitants, I'm dedicated to weaving together the fabric of our dynamic Gateway City both professionally and creatively.
Education, Certifications, Awards & Features in the Press;
Luz Sanchez Resident Leadership Award ‘24
Community Mural Institute Graduate 22’
The Community Mural Institute (CMI) combines online and classroom instruction, experiential learning, and professional mentorship so that by the end of the Institute, 12 artists can independently create and install exceptional community-engaged murals. Through the Institute process, the artists and instructors will create and install large outdoor murals that are designed and painted in collaboration with communities.
Featured in the Press; Painting a Brighter Future Posted by Matthew Bruun on The Burg Blog
Community Leadership Institute Graduate ‘22
NeighborWorks America Resident Leader, selected by NewVue Communities
What is the CLI? The Community Leadership Institute (CLI) is an invitation-only, three-day training event that aims to strengthen the voices and skills of community, resident and volunteer leaders. It helps to sharing best practices and solutions to challenges in low- and moderate-income communities.
Participants from around the country attend in small teams from communities served by NeighborWorks Network organizations and their partners. They attend a full range of courses and each participating team creates an action plan for making positive change in their community. Many CLI projects are eligible for $2,000 grants from NeighborWorks America.
Featured in the Press: Fitchburg leaders attend NeighborWorks America Community Leadership Institute
Resident Leadership Institute Graduate ‘21
Fitchburg State Resident Leader
What is RLI? The Steward Leadership Program in collaboration with Fitchburg State University have developed the Resident Leadership Institute, an innovative training program to raise the level of assertiveness of residents in Fitchburg, and in the North Central region, to empower them to serve in Boards, Committees, Councils and Commissions within the cities and towns, within nonprofit organizations and within their own projects and organizations.
RESIDENT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE – Douglas and Isabella Crocker Civic Center at Fitchburg State University. Fitchburg State University, in partnership with the Douglas and Isabella Crocker Civic Center, seeks to establish an institute that will strengthen local community capacity and call for Social Justice. Local community capacity is a critical component of a sustainable community development process. Without sufficient levels of community capacity, residents are unable to mobilize around issues, to exercise the political influence required to attract public or private resources, and to forge vital connections beyond neighborhood.
Featured Artist: Chair City Legacy Makerspace 21’
Featured in the Press
Art Stewards Graduate ‘20
NewVue Communities
NewVue’s Steward Training Program is designed to provide residents with leadership development training in areas of their choice: Community Organizing, Junior Community, Environmental, Mental Health, Children with Special Needs, Public Health, Junior Health, Art, PE, PE Spanish, Financial, Financial Steward Spanish and Culture.
Many stewards were recognized for completing multiple trainings, a testimony to their interest in serving as advocates, leaders, and volunteers in the City of Fitchburg and throughout the region. The program graduated 83 Stewards who participated in trainings in the Fall/Winter 2020 and in Spring 2021.
Fitchburg Public Library Mural 20’
Featured in the Press
Art Matters Interview with Jessie Olson & Marjorie Rawle
Sentinel & Enterprise: Mural Painting in Fitchburg
Fitchburg State University ‘19
B.S. in Communications Media. 3.89 GPA. Concentrations: Graphic Design & Professional Communication.
Montachusett Regional Vocational School District ‘15
Graphic Communications
