Hi, I’m Dhruti Mistry, a digital illustrator who loves creating colorful pieces filled with detail and a dash of nostalgia. I work across 2D and 3D animation, often exploring game-like contexts to push storytelling and character interaction. I’m drawn to childlike playfulness and finding ways to represent Indian culture. My work has been published in Dominasian magazine and featured in the exhibition 'Under our mother’s feet' in 2024. I enjoy editorial and children’s book illustration, and I’m excited to continue exploring animated contexts. I’ve collaborated with others through commissions and exhibitions, and I’m eager to work with editors, studios, and brands to bring vibrant stories to life while continuing to grow as an artist.…

Dhruti Mistry

Hi, I’m Dhruti Mistry, a digital illustrator who loves creating colorful pieces filled with detail and a dash of nostalgia. I work across 2D and 3D animation, often exploring game-like contexts to push storytelling and character interaction. I’m drawn to childlike playfulness and finding ways to represent Indian culture. My work has been published in Dominasian magazine and featured in the exhibition 'Under our mother’s feet' in 2024. I enjoy editorial and children’s book illustration, and I’m excited to continue exploring animated contexts. I’ve collaborated with others through commissions and exhibitions, and I’m eager to work with editors, studios, and brands to bring vibrant stories to life while continuing to grow as an artist.…

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Hi, I’m Dhruti Mistry, a digital illustrator who loves creating colorful pieces filled with detail and a dash of nostalgia. I work across 2D and 3D animation, often exploring game-like contexts to push storytelling and character interaction. I’m drawn to childlike playfulness and finding ways to represent Indian culture. My work has been published in Dominasian magazine and featured in the exhibition ‘Under our mother’s feet’ in 2024.

I enjoy editorial and children’s book illustration, and I’m excited to continue exploring animated contexts. I’ve collaborated with others through commissions and exhibitions, and I’m eager to work with editors, studios, and brands to bring vibrant stories to life while continuing to grow as an artist.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Assistant at Iceland Food Warehouse
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Handled customer inquiries, cash handling, stock replenishment and shelf maintenance; contributed to smooth store operations and customer satisfaction.
Tutor at Kumon
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Tutored students in maths and reading; supported learning plans and helped improve confidence and foundational skills.
Freelance Illustrator at Commissions via Instagram
January 1, 2026 - Present
Created custom prints and posters for clients; built client relationships and developed a client-facing portfolio.
Competition Participant at Dick Whittington Pantomime (competition)
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Created a wordsearch and colouring page; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver thoughtful output.
Exhibition Participant at Dominasian Exhibition / Magazine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Piece published in Dominasian magazine and exhibited in the exhibition 'Under our mothers feet' (2024); helped build networks with other creatives.
Logo Designer at Danse et Confluence
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Created a logo for a dance company; practiced clear communication and built customer relations.

Education

BA (Hons) Illustration at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Art Foundation (pass) at De Montfort University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
A Levels (A* - D) at Ashlawn School
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

A Levels (A* - D)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Art Foundation (pass)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    Ba and Dada’s Garden

    I drew and coded a game for my final uni project called Ba and dada’s garden. It is a cooking game that follows a grandad and grandma in India.
    I used a mix of blender, procreate, procreate dreams and godot to make the game.

    Here’s the game trailer:

    Initial sketches and full renders: