About me

I am a freelance illustrator practising in London, with a particular interest in illustrating for children's books, book covers and graphic novels. I have extensive experience in this area of work, which gives me the opportunity to combine my love for illustrations and graphic design.

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• Hello! Looking out for interesting book illustration projects. Any leads?

Projects

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  The warm upAn illustrated snapshot of a warm-up session at a ballet studio and a glimpse of the discipline, poise and commitment of its students.
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  CyprusAn illustrated piece that aims to depict a typical holiday scene in the island country of Cyprus, known for its lovely beaches, warm weather and its ubiquitous cats.
• Coffee at the neighbourhood boulangerieAn illustration that attempts to capture the quiet pleasure one often feels in doing simple things like enjoying a cup of coffee at a cosy cafe on a winter's day.
• The journeyAn illustrated piece showcasing a typical view of (few of the million) characters found in London's underground network.
• Kamala Aunty at workAn illustration created with the idea of depicting the vibrant colours, myriad textures and numerous forms observed in an otherwise mundane activity of chopping vegetables.
• The lone flautistAn illustrated piece depicting the poignance of a destitute man's solitary performance on a busy street.

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Work history

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Graphic Designer/IllustratorGCD Studio
May 2017New Delhi, IndiaFull Time
During my second stint at GCD Studio, I assume greater responsibility within the organisation and am in charge of a number of projects single handedly. I took on a photography museum design project, assisted on the designing of all the communication material for a new art festival and am also a key player in developing all social media marketing material for a major FMCG brand in India. In addition, my specialisation in illustrations has me contributing extensively in projects that require illustrated content.
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Graphic DesignerGCD Studio
Aug 2013 - Jul 2015New Delhi, IndiaFull Time
As a part of a small, yet competent, team at GCD Studio, one of India's leading design firms, I worked on a wide range of projects within brand identity creation, publication design to the redesign of newspapers and web portals. I was also assumed the responsibility on various occasions to conceptualise and create illustrations that became a part of larger design solutions.

Skills

• Visual Arts
• Print Design
• Design
• Illustrator
• Indesign
• Photoshop
• Graphic Design
• Graphic Novel Illustrator
• Illustration and Drawing
• Book Illustration

Education

MA Illustration Visual MediaLondon College of Communication, UAL
Oct 2015 - Dec 2016London, United Kingdom
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B.des. Fashion CommunicationNational Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi
Aug 2009 - May 2013New Delhi, India

Awards

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Best Academic Performance- Gold MedalNational Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi