Represented by
Painted Words, Inc
310 W 97TH STREET
Suite 24
NEW YORK, NY 10025
United States
Profile
Elisa Chavarri is an illustrator who often draws from her Latin culture for inspiration as is evident in her 2021 Pura Belpre Honor award winning book, Sharuko: Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello. Elisa emphasizes happiness, beauty, love, and inclusivity in her work. Her recent titles include Federico and the Wolf, My Little Golden Book About Frida Kahlo, and upcoming book I’ll Hold Your Hand. Although she was born in Peru, Elisa lives in Northern Michigan with her husband and two young children where she is always loving or waiting for summer. Awards include Pura Belpre Illustration Honor award, Junior Library Guild Selection and CCBC Choice Award
Style/Techniques
Digital, Graphic, Stylized, Whimsical
Subject/Specialties
Children, Editorial, Health, People, Portrait, Romance, Lifestyle, Feminine