Artist Bio

Vanja Kragulj is a Canadian illustrator, surface designer, and art educator. Her work spans children's literature, toys, and public art. She's collaborated with renowned publishers like Hallmark, Scholastic, Workman Publishing, and Highlights For Children. When she's not illustrating, Vanja teaches illustration workshops to children and adults in her studio and in collaboration with schools and other local organizations. Her workshops are often inspired by children's books, illustration, and graphic design.

She lives with her son Jun, husband Kenji and their miniature husky, Hero, in Calgary, Canada. If she’s not at her studio or working on an illustration project, you will likely find her at a local bookstore or library browsing the children’s book section.