I am a freelance illustrator based in Valencia, Spain, specializing in children’s books, editorial projects, botanical art, and illustrated maps. With 10+ published projects, including two children’s books on Amazon, my work combines creativity, storytelling, and strong attention to detail. I have collaborated with publishers, cultural initiatives, and TV companies, delivering high-quality illustrations on time and tailored to diverse audiences. My background in architectural illustration adds precision and depth to my style, whether for books, maps, or educational projects. Clients value my ability to create visuals that are both artistic and engaging, helping stories come alive through illustrations. I would be happy to collaborate on your upcoming projects!

Anna Babysheva

I am a freelance illustrator based in Valencia, Spain, specializing in children’s books, editorial projects, botanical art, and illustrated maps. With 10+ published projects, including two children’s books on Amazon, my work combines creativity, storytelling, and strong attention to detail. I have collaborated with publishers, cultural initiatives, and TV companies, delivering high-quality illustrations on time and tailored to diverse audiences. My background in architectural illustration adds precision and depth to my style, whether for books, maps, or educational projects. Clients value my ability to create visuals that are both artistic and engaging, helping stories come alive through illustrations. I would be happy to collaborate on your upcoming projects!

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I am a freelance illustrator based in Valencia, Spain, specializing in children’s books, editorial projects, botanical art, and illustrated maps.
With 10+ published projects, including two children’s books on Amazon, my work combines creativity, storytelling, and strong attention to detail.
I have collaborated with publishers, cultural initiatives, and TV companies, delivering high-quality illustrations on time and tailored to diverse audiences.
My background in architectural illustration adds precision and depth to my style, whether for books, maps, or educational projects.
Clients value my ability to create visuals that are both artistic and engaging, helping stories come alive through illustrations. I would be happy to collaborate on your upcoming projects!

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator & Visual Storyteller at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Freelance | 2016 - present • Illustrated over 10 publishing projects, including: "Bekky's adventures" by Paul Waggins published on Amazon (2024-2025) "Astrakhan to be proud of" (180 illustrations, 2020-2022) - additional edition released after strong sales. "Journey to the Caspian Capital" (2020-2021)- illustrations expanded into merchandise (postcards, calendars, magnets). • Co-founder & Creative Director - NOOK Coffee Roasters (2023 - present) Built specialty coffee brand from concept to market. Designed packaging &created visual identity, social media content, and brand storytelling. • Cultural &exhibition projects: Nateli Tbilisi - Nateli Walks maps (2022). ATF-Exhibition, Tbilisi (2022). Personal exhibition with 70+ works, Astrakhan (2021). • Award-winning project "Tender Age" - featured on Behance and included in a traveling zine exhibition across Russia. • Founder - FORGET_ME_NOT ARTStudio (2020 - 2022) Established an art studio for adults and children. Taught painting and graphics, organized creative programs and student exhibitions. • Winner at PIGMA Manga Contest, Tokyo (2019).

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English &Psychology at Astrakhan State University.
September 12, 1999 - September 12, 2003
School of Children's Books (2023) Specialized course on children's book illustration. Illustration Courses (2016-2020) Series of professional trainings with Elina Ellis, Alan Ayoub, Anna Egida and others (digital illustration, character design, composition). Bachelor's Degree in English &Psychology (2003) Astrakhan State University. Fine Art School, Astrakhan Classical drawing and painting.

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment