I’m an illustrator fueled by the energy of everyday life—drawing inspiration from the people, places, and moments that surround me. I work with watercolor, gouache, acrylic, and digital techniques to bring my illustrations to life. I’m all about color and design, using them to bring stories to life in a bold, fresh way. From lifestyle and travel illustrations to editorial and publishing work, I aim to create visuals that feel vibrant, relatable, and effortlessly engaging.
I have illustrated 16 picture books and since 2020 been an author-illustrator of 2 books that have already been published- “ALIYA’S SECRET- A STORY OF RAMADAN” (Owl Books), “I WANT TO BE A GUTSY GIRL- ABC” (Second Story Press), “MEENA CAN’T WAIT” (Orca Books) is the next one coming out in Spring 2024. Recently Farida has signed 2 more book deals with OWL BOOKS scheduled for spring and fall 2026.
I am a passionate gardener and bring my love of garden and flowers onto canvas and paper creating illustrations and paintings of florals and foliage that have been licensed and commissioned by many manufacturers and clients. My love of food and cooking is also reflected in her illustrations on cookbook covers and interior illustrations.
My love of culture through my travels throughout childhood, and adult life is reflected in my travel art that is seen in the form of jigsaw puzzles, stationary, cards, and calendars.
