Hi! I’m Linda Giulia Carluschi, an illustrator and graphic designer from Milan, now based in London. With a background in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Photography (graduating with 94/100), I started my career in a design agency before moving to the UK in 2018. Since then, I’ve earned a distinction in Illustrating Children’s Books from the London Art College and built a freelance career bringing stories to life through illustration. When I’m not drawing, I’m usually reading, watching films, painting with watercolors, or wandering the city on foot (I love a long walk). I’m also a cat mum to Oli, a Lego nerd, and a chocolate devotee.…

Linda Giulia Carluschi

Hi! I’m Linda Giulia Carluschi, an illustrator and graphic designer from Milan, now based in London. With a background in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Photography (graduating with 94/100), I started my career in a design agency before moving to the UK in 2018. Since then, I’ve earned a distinction in Illustrating Children’s Books from the London Art College and built a freelance career bringing stories to life through illustration. When I’m not drawing, I’m usually reading, watching films, painting with watercolors, or wandering the city on foot (I love a long walk). I’m also a cat mum to Oli, a Lego nerd, and a chocolate devotee.…

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January 1, 2026

Hi! I’m Linda Giulia Carluschi, an illustrator and graphic designer from Milan, now based in London. With a background in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Photography (graduating with 94/100), I started my career in a design agency before moving to the UK in 2018.

Since then, I’ve earned a distinction in Illustrating Children’s Books from the London Art College and built a freelance career bringing stories to life through illustration. When I’m not drawing, I’m usually reading, watching films, painting with watercolors, or wandering the city on foot (I love a long walk). I’m also a cat mum to Oli, a Lego nerd, and a chocolate devotee.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

In-house Designer / Marketing Assistant at Nannie Annies Day Care
June 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Lead the nursery's visual identity, designing illustrations, posters, and promotional materials; create engaging social media content; ensure visual communication aligns with brand; support internal and external marketing efforts.
Children’s Book Illustrator & Designer at Freelance
September 1, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Illustrate and design children’s books from concept to completion; collaborate with self-publishing authors and publishing agencies; character development, storyboarding, layout design, illustration, and cover artwork; primarily use Photoshop, InDesign, and Procreate to deliver polished, print-ready books.
Designer at Central 23
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Designed potty training charts; developed character designs and visual styles to appeal to a young audience; tailored artwork for accessibility.
Storyboard Artist at iAm Compliant
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Visualized and structured animated content; worked closely with the director; produced detailed storyboards using existing assets and original illustrations to translate concepts into visual narratives.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Positivamente Design Studio
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Led the design and development of product lines for retail clients; created packaging, leaflets, advertising materials, and catalogs; ensured cohesive visual communication across touchpoints; combined creative leadership with hands-on design.

Education

Diploma in "illustrating children's book" at London Art College
January 15, 2021
Diploma in fine art, photography and graphic design at Institute of Art - Monza, Italy
July 1, 2011
Diploma in Art, Graphic Design and Photography at Institute of Arts, Monza, Italy
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011
Diploma in Illustrating Children’s Books at London Art College, London
September 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020

Qualifications

Level 2 in Mental Health in The Early Years
November 1, 2022 - January 17, 2023
Early Years Educator
September 1, 2020 - April 14, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Other, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services
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