Naava is an internationally collected artist, illustrator and designer whose work has been sold by prominent retailers including Target, Trader Joe's and Minted. She is also an art teacher and has spent most of her career working with children with special learning challenges.

A graduate of LaGuardia HS of the Arts, Naava earned her B.F.A and M.A. She now runs her own art studio designing products for kids. Inspiring children to stay brave and creative is one of her greatest joys.

Naava lives in Westchester, NY with her wonderful husband and two beautiful girls who climb on top of her and beg for snacks while she draws. Their home is filled with art supplies and happy plants.