Mariah Folkerts
Mariah Folkerts is a Dutch professional racing cyclist known for her exceptional skills and achievements in the world of competitive cycling.
YouTuber
January 15, 1991
Capricorn
34
Salem, Oregon, United States
Mariah Folkerts, also known as Mars, rose to prominence as a member of the popular all-girl gaming YouTube channel ‘Girls Play’ in May 2015. Since then, she has continued to captivate audiences with her passion for video games and her engaging personality.
Beyond her gaming endeavors, Mariah has also made a name for herself as a talented artist. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of California, Irvine, she has showcased her skills through her own YouTube channel, “Mariah’s Art,” where she shares her creative process and tutorials. Her unique blend of traditional art techniques and digital elements has garnered her a dedicated following and collaborations with renowned brands.
Mariah’s artistic prowess has been recognized through prestigious awards, including the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal and the Spectrum Fantastic Art Silver Award. Her artwork has graced numerous exhibitions worldwide, and she was even named one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30” in the Art & Style category in 2019.
In her personal life, Mariah is happily married to fellow artist and YouTuber, Jake Parker, and they share two children together. Based in Orange County, California, Mariah continues to inspire others to embrace their creativity and pursue their artistic dreams.
One fascinating aspect of Mariah’s journey is that she is a self-taught digital artist. Her success stems from her passion for sharing her art with the world, which led to the unexpected rise of her YouTube channel. Mariah remains committed to using her platform to encourage and empower aspiring artists, offering valuable insights and support to her loyal community.
