Roberto Blefari

Hikimi is Roberto Blefari, a freelance illustrator based in Turin, Italy.

With a colourful style and a gift for evocative visual narratives, he transforms stories into immersive worlds of vibrant detail and thoughtful imagery.

Roberto has collaborated with renowned publishers including Quarto, Éditions Auzou, Mondadori, Ivy Kids, Editions Milan and Fabbri Editore, building a body of work rooted in children's publishing — from picture books and early readers to illustrated non-fiction.

His illustrations speak directly to young readers, balancing artistry with clarity to spark curiosity and invite them into the story.