I'm Olena Osadcha, a London-based illustrator and graphic designer originally from Ukraine. Over the past five years, I have focused on children's illustration, storytelling, and print design, blending warmth, whimsy, and emotional depth to connect with families and kids. I'm drawn to projects that empower young readers and celebrate creativity. My portfolio includes backpack prints for Clever Hippo in Vietnam, brand identities for children's toy lines, and mascots for multiple kids' brands. I also illustrate children's books, a picture book series on self-acceptance and friendship, and visual narratives for charity projects. I enjoy hand-painting clothing to turn garments into wearable art, and I thrive in collaborative, purpose-driven environments.…

Olena Osadcha

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I'm Olena Osadcha, a London-based illustrator and graphic designer originally from Ukraine. Over the past five years, I have focused on children's illustration, storytelling, and print design, blending warmth, whimsy, and emotional depth to connect with families and kids. I'm drawn to projects that empower young readers and celebrate creativity. My portfolio includes backpack prints for Clever Hippo in Vietnam, brand identities for children's toy lines, and mascots for multiple kids' brands. I also illustrate children's books, a picture book series on self-acceptance and friendship, and visual narratives for charity projects. I enjoy hand-painting clothing to turn garments into wearable art, and I thrive in collaborative, purpose-driven environments.…

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I’m Olena Osadcha, a London-based illustrator and graphic designer originally from Ukraine. Over the past five years, I have focused on children’s illustration, storytelling, and print design, blending warmth, whimsy, and emotional depth to connect with families and kids.

I’m drawn to projects that empower young readers and celebrate creativity. My portfolio includes backpack prints for Clever Hippo in Vietnam, brand identities for children’s toy lines, and mascots for multiple kids’ brands. I also illustrate children’s books, a picture book series on self-acceptance and friendship, and visual narratives for charity projects. I enjoy hand-painting clothing to turn garments into wearable art, and I thrive in collaborative, purpose-driven environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Self-employed
February 1, 2020 - Present
Developed unique backpack patterns and illustrations for the Clever Hippo brand, contributing to 60% of schoolchildren in Vietnam choosing these designs. Created a mascot character and custom illustrations for the IQ app, and hand-painted garments for a clothing brand. Illustrated a children’s book trilogy and produced full layouts for picture books and early readers. Created educational illustrations for a children's book about Bitcoin, and prepared production-ready files for print and manufacturing.
Graphic Designer at VIP Catering
March 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Conceptualised and executed engaging layouts for marketing materials, including menus, brochures, business cards, signage, and large-format graphics. Produced 2D mock-ups for events and delivered production-ready files for print, laser cutting, vinyl, and large-scale installations such as banners and immersive photo zones.
Graphic Designer at Lucky Decor
June 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
Designed bespoke decorative assets and print materials for custom-themed events, collaborating with event planners and production teams to develop cohesive visual storytelling and spatial design.
Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Self-employed) at Self-employed
February 1, 2020 - Present
Developed backpack prints and illustrations for the Clever Hippo brand (Vietnam), contributing to a significant share of schoolchildren choosing these designs. Created a mascot character and custom illustrations for the IQ app by Launch Labs. Hand-painted garments for a clothing brand. Illustrated a children's book trilogy published by Full Media Ltd (UK), aiding author recognition and contributing to awards. Produced full layouts for picture books and early readers, and created educational imagery for a children's book about Bitcoin. Developed brand identities and character designs for local businesses and the UAC charity art organisation. Prepared production-ready files for print, including trims, bleeds, and Amazon KDP formats.

Education

MA Landscape Architecture at National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017
Typologo course at Projector Institute
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Digital illustration course at ArtCraft CG School
February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Children`s book illustration course at ArtCraft CG School
March 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Graphic design course at EDS (European Design School)
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
MA Landscape Architecture at National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017
Typologo course at Projector Institute
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Digital illustration course at ArtCraft CG School
February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Children`s book illustration course at ArtCraft CG School
March 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Graphic design course at EDS (European Design School)
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016

Qualifications

Typologo course
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Digital illustration course
February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Children’s book illustration course
March 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Graphic design course
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Retail, Non-Profit Organization
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