Koustubha Jagadesh illustrates Bibi and Rumi, prep'd for publication by Collins Big Cat

We were so impressed by this gorgeous artwork by Koustubha Jagadesh, which was prepared for publication by Collins Big Cat, an educational imprint of Harper Collins.

Titled; Bibi and Rumi, a story about divorce and city life, was published at the end of September 2024. Thanks for the wonderful art direction from Emily Hooton of 2Hoots.

Bibi is struggling to settle in to her new home away from her dad and all her friends, but an unexpected encounter will change everything for her. This thought-provoking story in verse about the power of friendship was written by experienced performance poet Shagufta K Iqbal.

Koustubha Jagadeesh is a self-taught illustrator based in Dubai. She was born and raised in Bengaluru, a vibrant city in India. The lush greenery had a profound influence on her artistic development. As a child, she was fascinated by illustrations in books and comics but originally started a career in the software industry before pursuing her passion for illustration. As a self-taught artist, Koustubha is constantly inspired by the work of fellow artists. Their talent and creativity drive her to create and improve more. In her illustrations, Koustubha tries to express the emotions of each character, to create a connection with her work and the audience. As a digital illustrator, Koustubha prefers to illustrate in Procreate and enjoys listening to podcasts about ancient history or aliens while working.

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