Hi! I'm Arati
I have been designing books and illustrating weird and wonderful things since graduating from art school. A dedicated reader who can't live without books, I am absolutely 100% crazy about dogs.
I design books...
I am a freelance book designer and illustrator with over 20 years of experience working with publishers, packagers and independent authors.
Based in London and working remotely with clients world-wide, I specialise in designing trade illustrated titles, art books, public school sports histories, anc craft books
I make hand-drawn illustrations...
... using traditional media – paint, pens, pencils – and also digitally on the iPad when needed.
Every single line is drawn by me – you won't find any AI art here!
I want my artwork to bring you joy, to create a visual feast in your home, and make your space feel more like you, helping you to feel happy, fulfilled and utterly content.
I am based in west London...
... where I am very lucky to be able to work from my home studio.
If you'd like to visit, sign up to my email list to be notified of Open Studio events, or email me for an appointment.
Upcoming Events
You can usually find me at craft markets and art shows in or around London.
Future events will be announced soon via VIP email list and instagram.
Behind the scenes...
If you'd like to come and join me behind the scenes in my studio, I make videos sharing my art process, studio vlogs, sketchbook tours, inspiration, art material swatching and much more, on my blog.
Please enjoy watching and reading my posts, and thank you so much for your interest in my work!