Hello! I’m Merve, a Cambridge-based illustrator and designer. I recently graduated with Distinction from the MA Children's Book Illustration programme at Cambridge School of Art. I also hold a second Master’s degree in Education and have a background in graphic design. Currently, I’m pursuing a practice-based doctoral degree in art, focusing on creative approaches to illustration education and practice.

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My work is deeply rooted in emotions and nature. I aim to create rich, meaningful characters that resonate with readers and transcend the boundaries of their stories.

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My creative process begins with traditional techniques, experimenting with both dry and wet media to explore their expressive potential. I particularly enjoy monoprinting and often incorporate my own handmade, acrylic-based textures into my illustrations before refining the final artwork digitally.

 

Outside of illustration, I’m a mother of one and love reading, binding and filling tiny sketchbooks, playing the guitar, and singing.