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Bringing stories to life through captivating and imaginative children's book illustrations is my passion. I specialize in creating high-quality, engaging artwork that helps authors, publishers, and self-publishing entrepreneurs transform their ideas into visually stunning books that children love. With experience across a wide range of illustration styles, I can create artwork tailored to your story, target age group, and publishing goals. Whether you need colorful picture book illustrations, cartoon-style characters, whimsical fantasy scenes, educational illustrations, animal characters, bedtime story artwork, watercolor-inspired illustrations, vector art, or modern digital illustrations, I can deliver visuals that perfectly match your vision. I am proficient in all major software and tools used in the children's publishing industry, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, Canva, and other professional illustration and design platforms. This allows me to adapt my workflow to meet the specific requirements of each project while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency. My services include: • Children's Book Illustrations • Picture Book Artwork • Character Design & Development • Storyboard & Scene Planning • Educational Book Illustrations • Coloring Book Design • Activity Book Illustrations • Book Cover Design • Amazon KDP Ready Files • Print & Digital Publishing Assets • Premium Book Formatting & Layout Design A great children's book starts with an eye-catching cover. I create professional, market-ready book covers designed to capture attention, communicate the story's theme, and stand out on platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and traditional bookstore shelves. Beyond illustration, I also provide premium-quality, publish-ready book formatting services. Your final manuscript will be professionally formatted with proper typography, page layouts, bleed settings, trim sizes, print specifications, and digital publishing requirements, ensuring a smooth publishing process and a polished final product. My focus is always on delivering artwork that is creative, emotionally engaging, and publication-ready. Whether you're creating your first children's book or expanding an existing series, I am committed to providing illustrations and formatting that meet the highest professional standards while staying true to your story. Let's work together to create a beautiful children's book that inspires, entertains, and leaves a lasting impression on young readers.

Hi I'm Matthew, your friendly seasoned children's book illustrator, artist and layout designer. I have helped dozens of clients publish their books and I know what it takes to make a beautiful and meaningful project that matches you impact of your words. With me as your artist I will use my wealth of expereince, refined skills and joyful sense of compassion and humour to bring the most out of your project. I will communicate with you every step of the way and I will work tirelessly to make sure that you vision is represented in the most beautiful way. I have worked on a range of book projects using both self publishing platforms like KDP and Ingram Sparks as well as traditional publishers of all kinds. Additionally I publishing my own books and am now embarking on my own publishing journey as an author of my own children's book which has been bought by a publisher. I simply love what I do and I want to bring that joy and enthusiasm to your project. If you have any questions or would like a quick online chat to get to know me or see a demo of how I would work on your project get in touch. I am always friendly I look forward to working with you soon, Matthew

I help brands, products and books stand out visually through colourful illustration, playful packaging and distinctive brand design. I’m an illustrator and brand identity designer specialising in character illustration, packaging design, logos and children’s book artwork. My work focuses on concept-driven visuals that communicate ideas clearly while creating memorable visual identities. With a background in Product Design and a Master’s in Illustration, I combine visual storytelling with strategic design thinking. I’ve worked on projects ranging from product packaging and illustrated branding to editorial and children’s book illustration, helping businesses and authors translate ideas into engaging visual experiences. I’m currently developing a children’s book illustration project (Scribbletown) being published by Pegasus Publishers, alongside packaging and branding projects for product-based brands. Skills • Logo & Brand Identity Design • Packaging & Product Illustration • Character Design • Children’s Book Illustration • Editorial Illustration Tools Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Procreate I focus on clear communication, thoughtful concepts and polished final artwork, ensuring each project moves smoothly from idea to final delivery.

Looking for a Comic Illustrator who actually keeps your characters looking the same from Page 1 to the End? I draw Children’s Book Illustration and Comic Art, focusing on one thing: bringing your story to life with consistent, high-quality characters that readers love. I keep the process simple, stay on schedule, and make sure your project looks exactly how you imagined it. Let’s chat about your story! I specialise in children’s book illustration, comic art, character design, and storyboard development, helping authors, studios, and publishers turn their ideas into visuals that tell stories clearly and emotionally. Whether it’s a whimsical picture book, a dynamic comic panel, or a cinematic storyboard, I make sure every frame captures your vision and is delivered print-ready or digital-ready. Clients value my versatility across children’s art, comics, and visual storytelling, along with clear communication, reliable deadlines, and consistent, high-quality results. 🎨 Children’s Book Illustration Story-driven artwork with consistent characters and warm, expressive visuals — perfect for Amazon/KDP publishing or print. 🖌️ Comic Book Illustration Detailed layouts, inking, and coloring that enhance pacing, expression, and reader engagement. 📚 Manga & Webtoon Art Expressive characters and polished, digital-ready panels for manga, webtoon, and graphic novels. 👾 Character Design & Development Unique, story-based characters for animation, games, comics, and branding — created with personality and consistency. 🎬 Storyboard Art & Scene Design Professional storyboards and visual scenes for comics, short films, animations, and marketing videos. ✏️ Kids’ Coloring & Activity Books Simple, bold linework for coloring pages, dot-to-dot puzzles, and early learning materials. 🌌 Fantasy Covers & Posters Detailed, imaginative artwork for book covers, events, and campaigns. 🖼️ Concept Art & Vector Illustration Clean, scalable artwork suitable for both print and digital use, perfect for planning characters or story environments. ✅ I also provide: ✔ Comic coloring and page preparation for print or web ✔ Children’s book layout and formatting support for publishing ✔ Storyboard sketching for animation, film, and ad projects ✔ Scene breakdowns and character posing sheets for storytelling ✔ Rough concept illustrations and environment thumbnails If you’re searching for a children’s book illustrator, comic artist, character designer, or storyboard artist, let’s connect. Share your project details, and I’ll help you create visuals that tell stories people remember. 📩 Message me to discuss your project needs, or just click the HIRE button. Thanks!

Hello! I’m an Illustrator, Publisher, and 2D/3D Animator with over 12 years of experience bringing stories and characters to life across print, digital, and animation. I specialize in creating high-quality 2D motion graphics, explainer videos, and promotional content that engage audiences and elevate brands. With 3,000+ successful projects completed, I’m dedicated to delivering creative results that align perfectly with your vision. 🔹 Services I Offer ✅ Illustration * Children’s book illustration * Kids’ book interior layout and design * Book cover design (paperback & hardcover) ✅ Formatting * ISBN guidance *Amazon KDP /Ingram Spark Upload/ Self-Publishing Support * Animated promo videos for book launches * Social media and KDP marketing assets ✅ 2D & 3D Animation * Logo animations * Promotional videos * Explainer videos * App Store preview videos * Storyboarding and 2D animation for trailers, reels, and digital promotions ✅ Creative Direction & Visual Support * End-to-end creative guidance throughout the project My Process Understanding Your Idea – I listen to your goals and help shape the story. Visual Style & Concept – I create illustrations and a style that fits your brand. Storyboard – I sketch each scene so you can see how everything will flow. Animation – I animate the visuals and add motion to bring the story to life. Final Delivery – I refine the details and deliver a polished, ready-to-use video. 🛠️ Tools I Work With - Adobe After Effects - Adobe Illustrator - Figma - Adobe Audition 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. See you in chat, Best, 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐖𝐈𝐒𝐇 children’s book illustration, kids illustration, storybook art, picture book, character illustration, cute characters, whimsical art, playful illustration, colorful artwork, cartoon style, fantasy illustration, animal characters, storytelling art, imaginative scenes, magical world, fairytale illustration, nursery art, soft colors, bright colors, hand-drawn illustration, digital illustration, watercolor illustration, pastel tones, child-friendly, educational art, expressive characters, kids book art, fun characters, creative illustration, visual storytelling, story characters, playful scenes, friendly design, simple shapes, lighthearted art, engaging visuals, illustrated story, charming style, animated look, cute animals, fantasy creatures, happy scenes, magical adventure, artistic style, soft textures, vibrant illustration, kids fantasy, illustrated characters, bedtime story art, creative storytelling

Hi! I’m Donna, a children’s book illustrator with a passion for storytelling, character design, and creating playful, heartfelt artwork that connects with young readers. Whether you're looking for full-page illustrations, spot pieces, or consistent character design across a series, I can help you shape your vision into engaging visuals. I’ve illustrated many books and love crafting images that support the emotional tone and flow of a story. What I offer: Full-page, spot, and spread illustrations for picture books Consistent character design and development Cover design Formatting for Amazon KDP and similar platforms High-resolution files for print or digital layout A collaborative, step-by-step process with feedback at each stage I’m comfortable handling the entire visual side of a book - from character design and interior illustrations to the cover and final formatting - so everything feels cohesive and publication-ready. Other creative work: While children’s books are my main focus, I’ve also worked on a variety of other projects - including web visuals for educational platforms, sticker designs, t-shirts, greeting cards, and surface patterns. If you're looking for something a little different, feel free to reach out - I’m always happy to explore new ideas.