Samareh Azardi

About The Author

SAMAREH AZADI was born and grew up in Iran, and the geometrical shapes, textures and patterns of Iranian art have been a source of inspiration in her work. She was runner-up in the FAB Illustration Prize in 202, specially commended for her “restrained color palette, careful and considered use of detail, as well as her use of gorgeous printmaking techniques, which adds a lovely texture and tactile qualities to her work.” She has a Masters in Children’s Illustration from Cambridge School of Art, and teaches in a school for high-functioning autistic children.

Books by Samareh Azardi

Max and the Haircut
A little boy with a lion’s mane faces his biggest challenge yet: his first haircut. With tenderness, humor, and a touch of magic, this story celebrates neurodivergent kids and the creative ways they meet the world.
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