About Me

Children's Book Illustration

 

Hello!

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My name is Reshu Lakra and I am a children's book Illustrator based in Delhi, India. With a passion for  storytelling, I love creating illustrations and characters that are hearty, humorous and spark the emotional connection. My work is a mix of traditional and digital media, often combining both.

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Getting amazing books in the hands of kids around the world is my dream. I am very keen on writing for kids, and I have finished my first picture book dummy. I am currently writing my a second book. 

 

My sketchbook is my companion and it's a safe space for me to practice my craft. It's a place where I can be free, try new medium, draw a variety of subjects, play and mess up. Gouache and color pencils are my favorite traditional mediums.

 

When I ​am not drawing, you could also find me browsing websites of art supply stores, travelling to the hills, trying new recipes, having tea, crocheting or having hilarious conversations with my loved ones.

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I am currently seeking representation for my Children's Book Illustration work.

I am also open to picture books, chapter books, board books and book covers. Kindly reach out to me via my email for the same.

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Currently Reading: The Penderwicks on Gardam Street by Jeanne Birdsall

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Upcoming Books

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Crocodile Christmas , written by J.D. Forester, illustrated by Reshu Lakra, published by Penguin Random House; coming out 21 October, 2025​​

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Praise “Cheerful, expressive illustrations add warmth and wonder, perfectly capturing the magic of the season for tiny hands and bright eyes. Freshen up holiday board book collections with this joyful read aloud that encourages families to read, sing, talk, write, and play together—the best kind of holiday magic.”—School Library Journal

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Honors

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Honorable Mention, 2025 PB Rising Stars for my first picture book dummy.

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Pattern Design

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Hello!

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I am Reshu Lakra, a passionate illustrator based in Delhi, India, working in the design industry for over 4 years. I have a vast experience in creating pattern designs and I am skilled in observing and translating everyday patterns into visually compelling prints that apply wonderfully to fabrics. I am passionate about fashion, fabrics and illustration. For designing, I do in-depth research including creating mood boards, storytelling, sketching, colour experiments- that align to the final design requirements. I use both digital and traditional media for the final design- keeping in mind the what the final design needs. Digitally, I work in Procreate and Photoshop and traditionally, I work in gouache and watercolours.

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I am open to creative opportunities in surface pattern design, Kindly reach out to me via my email for the same.