Maria AhafonovaMaria Ahafonova is a talented illustrator and artist, originally from Dnipro, Ukraine who is now living in Switzerland. From an early age she has been passionate about drawing and especially enjoys creating portraits and illustrations. Maria has an achitectural background, which enriches her artistic eye and approach to composition. Children's book illustrations have become a breathing space in her creative life, where she enjoys conveying her ideas and images to inspire young readers. She has also worked with children throughout her life as a teacher, which allows her to gain a deeper understanding of their world. Maria believes that art should be accessible and magical, and strives to create work that helps children dream and fantasize. Read More Read Less