Maheswari Janarthanan is a passionate artist, illustrator, and designer whose work celebrates the magic in everyday life. Drawing inspiration from nature, folk art traditions, and human connection, she creates pieces that blur the line between the real world and the whimsical realms of her imagination.

Self-taught in illustration, Maheswari has collaborated with clients across the globe, always centering curiosity, cultural storytelling, and joy in her practice. As she beautifully puts it, “I am always interested in the mystical & the magical part of life and I draw inspirations from people, nature and the universe.”

She received her Master of Arts in Graphic Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), where she deepened her love for visual storytelling, a thread that continues to infuse every illustration she creates.