Children’s book illustrator and visual storyteller with experience creating engaging, imaginative artwork for international authors and publishing projects. Skilled in expressive character design, color-driven visual narratives, and child-focused storytelling for picture books. Passionate about creative education and art-based communication, with strengths in digital illustration, storyboarding, and collaborative project workflows. Interested in opportunities involving creative learning, classroom support, storytelling, and arts education in international environments.

Vaishnavi Dukhande

Children’s book illustrator and visual storyteller with experience creating engaging, imaginative artwork for international authors and publishing projects. Skilled in expressive character design, color-driven visual narratives, and child-focused storytelling for picture books. Passionate about creative education and art-based communication, with strengths in digital illustration, storyboarding, and collaborative project workflows. Interested in opportunities involving creative learning, classroom support, storytelling, and arts education in international environments.

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Children’s book illustrator and visual storyteller with experience creating engaging, imaginative artwork for international authors and publishing projects. Skilled in expressive character design, color-driven visual narratives, and child-focused storytelling for picture books.

Passionate about creative education and art-based communication, with strengths in digital illustration, storyboarding, and collaborative project workflows. Interested in opportunities involving creative learning, classroom support, storytelling, and arts education in international environments.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Children’s Book Illustrator at Astound US Inc
January 1, 2022 - Present
Represented Astound US Inc for children’s book illustration projects in collaboration with authors and creative teams. Produced story-driven visuals and character-focused art for professional publishing workflows aligned with international markets.
Children’s Book Illustrator at Self-Employed / Remote Freelance
January 1, 2017 - Present
Created character designs, storytelling illustrations, and visual narratives for picture books. Developed illustrations through online portfolio publishing and direct client collaborations. Managed projects independently including client communication, revision cycles, and final artwork delivery.

Education

Bachelor's in Business Management at R.A. Podar College of Commerce & Economics
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2026

Qualifications

IELTS
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2026
Spoken English - Fluent
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization