Öznur Sönmez is a freelance art director who works as an illustrator on children’s books and also advertising campaigns. She was born in 1985 in Ankara. After getting a bachelor’s degree in faculty of fine arts graphic department at Hacettepe University, her career as an art director began in advertising agencies in Istanbul.
She gained significant experience by participating in many successful advertising campaigns for famous brands. During her master's degree in the design
department at Kadir Has University, her skill and interest introduced her to children’s books. She chose to work as a freelancer in order to follow her passion for art.