Illustrator of the Month [February 2023]

Lulu Edge is proud to present this month's Illustrator of the month: Nikhila Anil, illustrator of Buddha Bear.

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Meet Nikhila Anil

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I’m so happy to be part of the wonderful story of Buddha Bear, which is essential in today’s world filled with such uncertainty. Humans can be reminded of the little joys that the world has to offer. I loved this project and exercised some new artistic techniques I had not tried before, which was exciting. I also loved the introduction of culture into the story which allowed me to learn about a new culture and apply it to my art. I felt like I was living the story with the main character, Buddha Bear, and was happy that there was a happy ending for him. I think this story shares good lessons for both children and adults. I look forward to more collaborations with Lulu Edge.

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Fun Facts About Nikhila Anil

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Place of Birth:

Bangalore, India

Something Cool She Can Do:

I can play five different instruments. I can also make my own shampooes and hand washes as a sustainable option.

Favorite Childhood Memory:

Trekking in the thick jungle of western Ghats called Agumbe and sleeping under the starry sky in the middl eof the forest.

Favorite Artist:

Vincent Van Gogh

Where She'd Like to Travel:

Sweden, Norway, Japan

Favorite Song:

There are many, Somewhere Only We Know by Keane

One Wish for the World:

Sustainable living with reduced consumption and love towards nature.

Favorite Thing to Draw:

Nature and Kids

What She does When She is Not Creating Illustrations:

I play with my son and watch a lot of studio Ghibli movies.

Who She Looks Up To:

Starry Sky :P

Favorite Dessert:

Carrot Halwa

Favorite Color:

Blue

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Nikhila's Most Recent Contribution to the Lulu Edge Family is Out Now!

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Buddha Bear

A young cub named Buddha Bear lives happily with his family in the forests of Thailand where they lead a simple life, in harmony with nature. A curious cub, Buddha Bear asks many questions of his wise and loving parents, until they allow only five more. With his dream to become a wealthy and powerful king, Buddha Bear does not like their answers. So, when years pass and Buddha Bear journeys far away to lead a powerful and wealthy life, he expects to be happy. Yet the bear discovers he had been richer than he ever realized.

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Thank You to All Lulu Edge Partners!

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This newsletter is brought to you by Lulu Edge and Fiverr. Every Illustrator on the Lulu Edge team, including Olena Tolstokora, was found on Fiverr. Freelancers from Fiverr have assisted Lulu Edge in designing content, building LuluEdge.com, and bringing updates such as these to readers like you!

I am able to do what I do, and bring joy to so many young readers, because of the amazing partners I have found on Fiverr.

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