Bruno Zocca

Bruno Zocca’s illustrations exist in a universe where the laws of nature are suspended and imagination takes the lead. His work features whimsical characters and fantastical creatures, brought to life through delicate ink lines and textured digital colors. The result is a retro yet timeless aesthetic that invites viewers into a world of wonder.
Born in Verona, he studied illustration and graphic design at ISIA Urbino. In 2014, his work was selected for the Bologna Children's Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition, where he was awarded the Ars in Fabula Grant. His artwork for the picture book, Mio nonno gigante, written by Davide Calì, won the Premio Cento for Illustrations in 2018. In 2023, he was named a Sendak Fellow. He is the author-illustrator of E se fossi qualcos’altro?, which won the 2024 Premio Bettoni in the picture book category, and I Forgot How to Sleep. Bruno lives in Bologna, where he enjoys taking long walks, especially when he can’t fall asleep.

Click here to read Bruno's Mini Proust Q&I (Question and Illustration) inspired by the Proust Questionnaire.