Oksana Drachkovska

Oksana Drachkovska – Designer

A professional illustrator with 10 years experience creating vibrant, unique artwork ( children illustrations, book covers, editorial)

Overview

Hello! I’m an illustrator originally from Ukraine, now based in Barcelona, where I bring my passion for art to life by crafting unique and meaningful visual stories. For me, illustration is not just a profession—it’s the art of building new worlds, where each character has a voice, and every color carries a melody.

I specialize in blending simplicity with depth, using metaphors to create illustrations that resonate both visually and conceptually. Every project—whether it’s a picture book, a book cover, or editorial artwork—is a new adventure, an opportunity to explore fresh visual solutions and capture the soul of the story.

With over 9 years of professional experience, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with publishing houses, brands, and creative teams on diverse projects. While I work across various genres, my greatest passion lies in picture books, where I can immerse myself in storytelling through art.

Let’s work together to bring your vision to life and create something truly magical!

Services
Fiction
Classics Comics & Graphic Novels New Adult Picture Books Poetry Short Story Women's Fiction
Non-Fiction
Parenting & Families
Languages
English
Awards
  • finalist of Bologna Book festival 2021 ( illustration competition)
  • finalist of Bologna Book festival 2022 ( illustration competition)
  • finalist of Bologna Book festival 2023 ( illustration competition)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jun, 2024 — Present

Illustration for the non-fiction book

Self-employed

Jul, 2022 — Mar, 2024 (over 1 year)

Picture books " questions and answers about..."

Self-employed

Nov, 2015 — Present

Portfolio

365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed

Edward Brooke-Hitching

words & pictures

A compendium of AMAZING facts and true stories for every day of the year. 365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed includes a true fact, anecdote, story, or question for every day of the year. Perfect for unwinding at bedtime, this indispensable companion will e... read more
365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed

Brooke-Hitching, Edward

words & pictures

Footsteps on the Map

Kerley, Barbara

National Geographic Kids

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration

Oksana has 2 reviews

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Foram M.

Foram M.

Apr, 2025

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Oksana's work is evocative, thoughtful and simply beautiful. I hired her to illustrate my children's book that heavily relies on a metaphor to convey its larger theme, and Oksana was very open to hearing out how I envisioned the book illustrated. She and I went back and forth many times until I w...
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Victoria D.

Victoria D.

Feb, 2025

Oksana was an excellent collaborator, and I immensely enjoyed working with her. She has a unique style and creates beautiful patterns and designs. I would highly recommend!

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