Daya Bhatti

Daya Illustrations is a visual artist based in the West Midlands. She has a first-class Visual Communication: Illustration degree hence storytelling is the core of her practice.

Daya explores her Indian cultural heritage and identity as well as learning and conveying stories from other South Asian communities bringing light to underrepresented stories. Her practice varies from portraiture, fashion illustrations and animations to painting, textiles and the use of recycled materials. Her art not only expresses her connection with culture but also the value togenerations before and alongside her.

Daya aims to invite audiences into a world where visual stories are told through the eyes of a British Asian female who is reconnecting with her roots as well as creating a safe space for others to explore their own identity. She has exhibited in various galleries across the UK alongside facilitating workshops and taking on commissions by museums such as Preston Park and Museum which featured on BBC News.