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Poonam Mistry

Poonam Mistry

Poonam Mistry is a freelance illustrator living in Leicester who graduated in 2010 with a degree in graphic design and illustration from the University of Hertfordshire. Her style incorporates her love of nature and her Indian roots and explores the relationships between pattern, shapes and colour. Poonam’s upbringing and childhood have heavily influenced her work, in particular being surrounded by Indian fabrics, Kalamkari textiles, Madhubani paintings and hand-painted ornaments. These patterns and intricate details are featured in her style of work.

She loves folklore tales and stories of Hindu gods and goddesses and these have been a rich source of inspiration in a number of her illustrations. Poonam’s work is drawn by hand with black ink before she uses computer software to add colour and adjust the composition of her illustrations.

Books

  • How the Stars Came to Be

    How the Stars Came to Be

    Author: Poonam Mistry
    Publisher: Tate Publishing
    Interest age: 4-8
    Reading age: 5+

    This enchanting contemporary folk tale about how the stars were made is exquisitely illustrated, beautifully combining colour, shape and pattern. Influenced by traditional Indian textiles, paintings and ornaments, it will make a treasured gift.

  • You’re Snug with Me

    You’re Snug with Me

    Author: Chitra Soundar Illustrator: Poonam Mistry
    Publisher: Lantana Publishing
    Interest age: 4-7
    Reading age: 5+

    Mama Polar Bear tells her cubs about what lies outside their den, and reassures them not to worry or be frightened: ‘hush now, you’re snug with me.’ Lyrical, thought-provoking and stylishly illustrated,with a subtle environmental message.

  • You're Safe With Me cover

    You're Safe With Me

    Author: Chitra Soundar Illustrator: Poonam Mistry
    Publisher: Lantana Publishing
    Interest age: 2-4

    This simple story will comfort little ones and its soothing text will lull them to sleep. Accompanied with incredibly stunning and intricate illustrations, this picture book would make a great addition to the bedtime routine.

  • The front cover of You're Strong With Me

    You're Strong With Me

    Author: Chitra Soundar
    Publisher: Lantana Publishing
    Interest age: 3-7

    Intricate illustrations show how a young giraffe is gently supported by her mother as she learns about the world in this reassuring story.

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