ABOUT

Hi, I’m Rachel!

I’m an illustrator based in Vancouver, BC by way of Japan and Hong Kong. Since graduating from Emily Carr University with a BFA in Fine Arts, I’ve been lucky enough to turn my lifelong drawing habit into a full-time career.

WHAT I DO:
﹏Publishing: 8 children’s books (and counting!), including a few award winners.
✎﹏Editorial & Commercial: Vibrant artwork for magazines and newspapers, marketing campaigns, brands, and the occasional mural.
✎﹏Inspiration: I’m drawn to everyday magic, cultural roots, and those quiet "in-between" moments. 

When I’m not at my desk, you can find me clearing my head on a long run, sipping over-steeped tea, or attempting something overly ambitious in the kitchen.

For illustration & general inquiries, contact Rachel at: rachelwada@gmail.com
For book inquiries, please contact Amy Tompkins at Transatlantic Agency: amy@transatlanticagency.com

Selected Illustration Clients: