Ciao, I’m Simona

Hi! I’m Simona, a freelance illustrator from Italy based in London.

My art is all about vibrant colours inspired by the sunny hues of Southern Apulia, Italy — my hometown. My signature style mixes different
hand-made textures and digital techniques, giving my work a modern yet nostalgic feel that connects us with traditional techniques and resonates with the audience.

There’s something magical about bringing words and ideas to life with illustrations. I’m proud of being an excellent visual communicator.

Every project I work on tells a story. Whether it’s a book cover,
an editorial piece, or a poster, there is always a narrative behind it. The illustration adds new value to the finished product.

When I’m not drawing, I like to listen to old jazz at live gigs and sketch musicians in action. You’ll often find me at a jazz venue in London, either sketching or dancing a swing dance.

Photos by Luigi Russo

EDUCATION

2018, MA Communication Design: Illustration @ Kingston University, London / 
2016, Graphic Design CPD @London College of Contemporary Art, London /  
2014, 1st BA (Comics & Illustration) @Academy of Fine Art of Bologna, Italy

CLIENTS

Oxford University Press / Pearson Education / Popshot magazine / Mindful Magazine /
Il Corriere della Sera / Isabella & Us Magazine / Mental Health Legal Centre /
Motion Agency Ltd / Bedrock Learning / Swiss Society of Cardiology /
Dockland Settlements / Trove / The Institution of Civil Engineers / Wicked Weather Watch /
Alpine Jitterbugs Innsbruck / Prim & Topper / TaleTown / TROVE/ The Jago London /
Insel Gruppe AG / Venturosa / Ravioli and Friends / Beer52

EXHIBITIONS

From South to North Via London, Exhibition with Luigi Russo, @Hoxton Cabin, London 2024 /
A Letter in Mind, The National Brain Appeal, @Oxo Tower, London, 2020 /
Collate art, collective exhibition, @Hong Kong, 2019 / 
Cluster Illustration Fair, @Ugly Duck, London 2019 /
Kingston School of Art MA Graduate Show, @Gallery Different, London 2018 /
Sketchmusic, Solo Exhibition, Fundraising for Children with Cancer UK, @The Gallery Café, London, 2017 /
Bristol Shag Fiesta Exhibition, @Hamilton House, Bristol, 2017 /
Scarpetta D'oro Illustration contest, @Venice, Italy, 2016 / 
Art Lover Ground, Live Art Performance, @Cafe 1001, London, 2015 / "U  Re bafè", ILLUSTRAMENTE@Illustration Festival, Palermo, Italy, 2012 /
Mani in viaggio, Collective group show, @Bologna, 2012