We at studio Neon Attic take our commitment towards the creative community very seriously. A small step towards the many to come in the future is featuring India’s change-makers in the creative front.

A student of architecture, Reya Ahmed from Kolkata is a new-age illustrator. She is an activist and her concern for society is reflected in her art. 

Now, let’s get to know her!

LAB: What does Reya like to do besides Art and Illustrations?      

REYA: I really love reading books and consuming art. I also participate in rallies and contribute to mobilizing people for causes that I believe in. 

LAB: We notice that you give a lot of emphasis to the eyes and cats in all your illustrations, why so?

REYA: I feel that eyes bring out the most emotion, especially in women. I love the way cats carry themselves, it is very unique

LAB: What is the one thing that you dislike?

REYA:. We illustrators have our own distinct style and when the client wants us to copy someone else’s work upsets me. 

The second part of the interview was “complete the sentence”

LAB: On the weekends, I’d like to ___________

REYA: Watch movies and think about nothing but myself. 

LAB: There is no such thing as too much ___________

REYA: Art. 

LAB: Stalk me and you’ll find me crushing over __________

REYA: Greta Gerwig. She is an American filmmaker.

The third part of the interview was “This or That”

LAB: Colour or Monochrome?

REYA: Monochrome. 

LAB: Graphic Art or Illustration?

REYA: Illustration. 

LAB: Windows or Mac?

REYA: I’m a Windows person. 

LAB: India or Europe?

REYA: In terms of design, Europe. 

The fourth part of the interview was “Rapid Fire”

LAB: Morning person or a Night Owl?

REYA: Night Owl. 

LAB: The first thing you do when you wake up?

REYA: Read through my emails. 

LAB: What is your most prized possession?

REYA: My Graphic Tablet. I have a mini heart attack when it stops working. 

LAB: Which colour do you think best describes you?

REYA: Red. It represents both anger and love. It is a very bright colour which instantly livens anything up. 

LAB: What do you work towards every day?

REYA: I really want to find my voice as an artist. I want to do things that I believe in living. I never want to stop making art. 

We had fun catching up with this young and energetic soul. Our team wishes Reya good luck!

Cheers,