Hi I’m Erin - I draw HUGs!
Erin Caruso is the creative force behind Super Group Hugs, where she makes illustrations of your favorite pop culture characters hugging! Since 2015, she has been using watercolor, colored pencil, and her unique sense of humor to craft quirky, family-friendly illustrations that capture beloved characters in heartfelt embraces.
With 16 years of experience in product design and creative direction, Erin has designed everything from stationery to craft kits to holiday decor for major retailers. In the evenings, she can be found in her studio in Lakewood, Ohio, working on the next big hug for Super Group Hugs.
Erin is also a founding member of the Rust Belt Monster Collective, a group of Cleveland-based artists known for their live, improvisational murals. The collective has been named "Cleveland's Best Artist" multiple times, and Erin has contributed to over 50 murals.
When she’s not busy creating, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband Ron, their two children, and their giant floofy cat. Super Group Hugs is a reflection of Erin’s passion for art, pop culture, and spreading happiness, one hug at a time.