




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





EDUCATION
PES UNIVERSITY
Bangalore, India
SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
Syracuse, New York


B.Design in communcation Design, 2023
M.F.A IN ILLUSTRATION, 2026




2023
2024
2025
EXHIBITIONS & FAIRS






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
2023
2024
2025


CNR Rao Scholarship- Awarded to top 1% students
MR Doreswamy Scholarship- Awarded to top 10% of students

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


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


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