Melissa Castrillon

Melissa Castrillon is a freelance illustrator based in Cambridge, England. In 2009 she completed her BA in illustration, then an MA in childrens book illustration both from the Cambridge school of Art.

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She is currently writing her first picture book, and has had two picture books published this year, 'If i had a little dream' with US published Simon & Schuster and 'Che Bello' with Italian publisher Topipittori. Her third book is expected for this summer with UK publisher Templar. 

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With a passion for punchy colour combos, screen printing, and all things flora and fauna Melissa's illustrations are a brightly coloured and detailed worlds with curiosities and stories lurking throughout.