Sharleen is an illustrator and graphic designer originally from Indonesia, currently based in Cambridge, UK. She holds a degree in Visual Communication Design and graduated with distinction from the Cambridge School of Art with an MA in Children’s Book Illustration.

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Inspired by childhood memories and her family life, she creates funny, simple, and relatable stories through a colourful blend of digital media, acrylic gouache, and animation. Her love of character design stems from the animated films that she liked growing up.

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Alongside writing and illustrating picture books, she works with commercial clients.

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For publishing enquiries: enrichetta@redkiteliterary.com

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For general enquiries: sharleensutjitra@gmail.com

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RECOGNITIONS​​

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BIBF Illustration Awards 2026 Longlist

iJungle Illustration Merit Award 2025

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EXHIBITIONS​

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MA Children's Book Illustration 2025, Copeland Gallery, London

Bologna Children's Book Fair, 2025, Italy​​

Deqiu Shanghai Illustration Town, 2025, China

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Instagram: @sharleensutjitra