Kalyani Naravane
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Kalyani Naravane

IllustratorLondon, United Kingdom
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Kalyani Naravane
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Kalyani Naravane

IllustratorLondon, United Kingdom
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.
Projects
  • The warm up
    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.
  • Cyprus
    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 boulangerie
    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 journey
    The journeyAn illustrated piece showcasing a typical view of (few of the million) characters found in London's underground network.
  • Kamala Aunty at work
    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 flautist
    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
    New 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
     - New 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
    London College of Communication, UAL logo
    London College of Communication, UAL logo
    MA Illustration Visual MediaLondon College of Communication, UAL
     - London, United Kingdom
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    B.des. Fashion CommunicationNational Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi
     - New Delhi, India
Awards
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    Best Academic Performance- Gold MedalNational Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi