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Born in France into an artistic family, illustrator Pauline Lévêque grew up in the countryside. Her

childhood days were spent doodling on canvases and playing with the tubes of oil paint stored in

her father’s studio.

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After the birth of her first child, Pauline transitioned from a career in journalism (she was a

reporter for Paris Match for 15 years) to becoming a full-time illustrator, creating“Beep Beep,” a

playful little red car and the heroine of a series of bilingual children’s books.

In contrast to her childhood, the artist draws inspiration from the vibrancy of major cities like

New York, Paris, and London, which occupy a central place in her work.

The structure and composition of these cities encourage her to enrich her illustrations with small details that

capture the energetic pulse of the places and the people who inhabit them.

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Lévêque’s work is highly diverse, ranging from collaborations with prestigious brands such as

Dior and Ladurée, to supporting charitable organizations like Médecins du Monde USA (where

she has served on the board for seven years), as well as illustrating novels by the bestselling

French author Marc Levy, writing her own books, and holding numerous exhibitions.

In autumn 2022, she showcased her work at Galerie Guillaume in Paris alongside her father in a

two-month exhibition, followed by a special showcase at Galerie Philippe Labaune in Chelsea,

New York. She participated for several consecutive years in the LP4Y (Life Project 4 Youth) art fair,

benefiting young people living in extreme precarity.

In spring 2025, Pauline held a solo exhibition in Paris at Galerie Art’Cube.

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Since October 2025, Pauline has taken over the legendary Jean-Jacques Sempé page

in Paris Match, offering poetic and lighthearted illustrations,

a breath of fresh air amid challenging news.

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She lives in Manhattan with her husband and their two children.

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Commissions welcome. Customized illustrations.

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