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Illustrator & Graphic Designer

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NAMASKARA!

I am Sanjana Sharma, a freelance illustrator and graphic designer from Bengaluru, India. I specialize in making people laugh with my crazy, energetic, and quirky illustrations! My greatest source of inspiration for making art comes from my Indian roots and the experiences of people around me. I am currently working on empowering and giving a voice to my community by illustrating a cookbook that represents the authentic stories and recipes of the Konkani people. So, keep your eyes peeled for some amazing seafood recipes!

After Completing my undergraduate degree in communication design, I am currently enhancing my illustration skills at Syracuse University in New York, where you can often find me buried under a pile of snow!

Follow me on Instagram @shoebox_crayons

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EDUCATION

PES UNIVERSITY

Bangalore, India

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY

Syracuse, New York

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B.Design in communcation Design, 2023

M.F.A IN ILLUSTRATION, 2026

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2025

EXHIBITIONS & FAIRS

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Indie Comix Fair, Rangoli Art Center, Bangalore

Design Santhe, Bangalore

MOCCA Arts Festival, New York

Citra 'Cuse Group Show- Gear Factory, Syracuse, New York

The Print Fair - The International Print Museum, Carson, California

“Echoes in the Kaleidoscope” Group Exhibition, N.Hollywood, California

Spaghetti Junction: Group Show Syracuse, New York

MOCCA Arts Festival, New York

Art On The Porches, Syracuse, New York

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

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CNR Rao Scholarship- Awarded to top 1% students

MR Doreswamy Scholarship- Awarded to top 10% of students

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Communication Arts 2025 Shortlisted Finalist

AI-AP: American Illustration AI44 Chosen Winner

World Illustration Awards- Longlisted

Syracuse Poster Project pairs poetry, illustration to honor local businesses

Syracuse.com: Syracuse Poster Project to unveil 24th annual series celebrating CNY businesses

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Syracuse Poster Project: First Place

Syracuse Poster Project: People's Choice

Society Of Illustrators: Illustration West 63 Selected

Creative Opportunity Grant Recipient

South Asia Center: Summer 2024 Newsletter

Canvas Rebel: Meet Sanjana Sharma

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FOR COMMISSIONS, COLLABORATIONS AND TO TELL ME WHEN YOU SLIPPED ON A BANANA PEEL, FILL THE FORM OUT!

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