Hi, I'm Valeria Shapovalova or just Vavosha.
I am a freelance illustrator based in Madrid, Spain.
I enjoy creating cute characters and their environments with details and side stories. You can find my work in picture books and corporate advertising.
I studied Graphic Design which helped me find my way to illustration. After experimenting and exploring, I found myself in children’s illustration and continued to develop my skills in this discipline.
I enjoy taking long walks and spending time with my family. Also, I love taking photos of all the little things I can find, such as tiny leaves, funny rocks, little birds, or bugs.
Books:
"Saray, la niña que perdió la nariz" by LApágina48, Spain 2024
"Snarly Carly" by BiblioKid Publishing, USA 2023
“Púas y sus nuevos vecinos” by Babidibu, Spain 2023
“Blu y el tiburón vegano” by Cáprica Ediciones, Spain 2022
"Vuela" by Mensajero, Spain 2020
“Pablo y los piratas de la Imaginación” by Bichitos Lectores, Spain 2020
“Bruno y el secreto de los cuentos” by Ediciones Llum de Lluna, Spain 2020