Natasha B. Padhiar, the artist behind Bright & Blue Studio, is an author, illustrator, crafter, and educator. She believes her purpose is to create joy, inspire, and motivate. Her years of experience in education have shown her the power of words, especially in the form of children’s books. She creates stories rooted in joy and whimsy that uplift South Asian children and families while also highlighting social emotional learning.

She is a member of the SCBWI, CBIG-NYC, and the ART BRAND ALLIANCE

She is currently unagented, but querying/seeking representation.