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# Children's Book Illustrator Needed for Heartwarming Animal Picture Book Series (KDP Publishing)

## Project Overview

Blue Birds Stories™ is seeking a talented children's book illustrator to bring a heartwarming picture book to life. This project is the first title in a growing children's book series focused on emotional intelligence, kindness, confidence, friendship, and social-emotional learning.

The first book is titled:

**The Day Pip Landed On My Head**

The story follows lovable animal characters in a whimsical world called Treetop Town. The illustrations should feel warm, emotionally expressive, magical, and highly engaging for children ages 4–8.

This is more than a one-book project. I am looking for a long-term illustrator partner who may continue with future books in the Blue Birds Stories™ series.

## What I Need

* Full-color children's book illustrations
* Character design development
* Consistent visual style throughout the book
* Cover illustration
* Interior page illustrations
* Print-ready files formatted for Amazon KDP
* Files delivered in high-resolution PDF and source formats

## Book Specifications

* Trim Size: 8.5" x 8.5"
* Approximately 32 pages
* Full illustration spreads throughout the book
* Target Audience: Ages 4–8
* Theme: Social-emotional learning, self-confidence, belonging, friendship, kindness

## Illustration Style I'm Looking For

I love illustrations that are:

* Warm and emotionally expressive
* Soft, whimsical, and magical
* Rich in storytelling details
* Comparable in quality to modern bestselling children's books
* Memorable animal characters with strong personalities
* Diverse and vibrant environments

Examples of styles I love:

* Cozy watercolor-inspired illustrations
* Modern storybook art
* Disney/Pixar-inspired emotional expressions
* Gentle, uplifting color palettes

## Deliverables

* Character concept sheets
* Cover design
* Interior illustrations
* Print-ready KDP files
* Commercial rights transferred upon final payment

## Ideal Illustrator

* Experience illustrating children's picture books
* Understanding of page layouts and book pacing
* Familiarity with Amazon KDP publishing requirements
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Interested in a long-term partnership for future books

## To Apply

Please include:

1. A link to your children's book portfolio.
2. Examples of animal characters you have illustrated.
3. Your estimated timeline for a 32-page picture book.
4. Your project rate.
5. The word **"Bluebird"** at the beginning of your proposal so I know you've read the full posting.

I am passionate about creating meaningful stories that help children feel understood, confident, and loved. If that mission resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you.

Thank you!
— Victoria Vy
Founder, Blue Birds Stories™

• 1. Have you formatted children’s picture books specifically for Amazon KDP before?
• 2. Please share 2–3 examples of children’s books you formatted for KDP (hardcover or paperback preferred.)
• 3. What software do you typically use for children’s book formatting? And how long do you. 5. How do you usually handle revisions after KDP preview testing? Approximately how long would this project take you to complete?
• 4. Are you experienced with: * bleed settings * CMYK preparation * hardcover spine formatting * print-safe margins * KDP export requirements?
• To confirm you read the full job post, please include the word “Pip” in your response. - 8. What makes you a good fit for a neurodiversity-affirming children’s book brand?

We are producing "Do you want a Pet?" , a 32 page children's book for ages 3-7
project scope: 32 color interior pages, front cover, back cover, title copyright page, 4 endpaper designs. total deliverables36 illustrations.
Art Style Require
we require 100% original, hand-drawn artwork.
Simple, Clean, expressive and humorous. Think Mo Willems, Elephant & piggie Style, warm watercolor, crayon texture. limited color palette, lots of White space for text.
Final book will be sold on Amazon KDP in 7x 9", hardcover and paperback.
Skills: Children's book Illustrator| watercolor| Picture book Adobe Photoshop Book cover Design.
Job success score: 90% & up.
Communication: Fluent English, Spanish or Italian.
Postafolio RequiredYo must have published or professionalquality childrens picture book samples. no exceptions.
To apply :
to prove you read this full post, start your proposal with the words "Pet project"
Then include:
Link 3 children books you have illustrated.
Your total fixed price for all 36 illustrations.
Confirm you do NOT use AI tools
Confirm you agree to work for hire and will sign our agreement.
Your estimated timeline in weeks.

• Have you signed work for hire agreements before giving up full copyright? Attach or link 1 page from children's book you illustrated showing the same character in 2 different emotions. Do you use AI tools like Midjourney for client work?

I'm looking for a talented watercolor artist to create a light and airy painting of the Boston Public Library courtyard. The painting should capture a wide view of the entire courtyard, highlighting the fountain, arches, and greenery.

Requirements:
- Soft watercolor technique
- Light and airy style
- Ability to capture architectural and natural elements

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proven watercolor painting portfolio
- Experience with architectural landscapes
- Attention to detail and composition

Please provide samples of similar work.

Skills: Illustration, Concept Design, Caricature & Cartoons, Visual Arts, Painting, Art Consulting, Art Installation, Watercolor Painting

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MARE & MUSE – FREELANCE SWIMWEAR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PARTNER
Brand Overview:
Mare & Muse is an elevated children’s coastal swimwear brand inspired by childhood imagination and original hand-painted artwork. The brand aesthetic is timeless, nostalgic, preppy, and boutique, with a strong emphasis on preserving the “perfectly imperfect” quality of the original art.
Project Goal:
Develop 1–2 hero swimwear prototypes that bring the Mare & Muse vision to life before expanding into a larger collection.
The ideal partner will be able to guide the translation of original artwork into premium textile prints while maintaining soft watercolor edges, organic variation, and a hand-painted feel—not a flat, overly digital, or screen-printed appearance.
Initial Prototype Focus:
• Girls cabana stripe one-piece swimsuit with thoughtful details (ruffles, piping, premium construction)
• Additional hero piece may include a hand-painted heart print or coordinating swim style
Scope of Work:
• Review original artwork, concept boards, and brand direction
• Advise on the best method for translating artwork to swim fabric
• Develop print repeats and/or placement artwork while preserving painterly qualities
• Recommend premium matte swim fabrics, trims, linings, and finishes
• Create CADs, technical flats, and production-ready tech packs as needed
• Develop patterns and coordinate prototype sampling
• Provide fit feedback and refinement recommendations
• Prepare the product for future production with manufacturing partners
Ideal Experience:
• Children’s swimwear development
• Luxury or boutique apparel experience
• Custom textile and print development
• Experience with watercolor or hand-painted artwork translation
• Swim fabric knowledge, construction, and fit expertise
• Strong understanding of factory communication and production processes
What Success Looks Like:
The final prototype should feel like a premium boutique piece with exceptional fabric quality, refined construction, and artwork that retains the charm, imperfections, and emotional quality of a child’s original painting.
The goal is not simply to create a swimsuit—the goal is to preserve the soul of the artwork while transforming it into a timeless keepsake piece.

• Please share examples of children’s swimwear or premium swim/activewear you have developed, especially involving custom prints or artwork.
• 2. How would you approach translating hand-painted artwork onto swim fabric while preserving its organic, imperfect quality rather than making it look like a flat digital print?

Custom painted piece for a friend. I already have a concept to make it easier. I will upload the graphic. I'm happy to be flexible on the type of painting. Acrylic, watercolor, whatever is easiest.

Seeking a talented illustrator/designer to create a custom animated digital Save the Date for our Lake Como, Italy wedding. The artwork should be inspired by our real venue, Villa Aura Del Lago, and personal travel photos from Lake Como. Style should be elegant, hand-painted watercolor, romantic, and editorial rather than cartoon-like. We envision a series of Instagram Story-sized illustrated scenes featuring Lake Como landscapes, a vintage wooden boat with the couple aboard, charming Italian streets, and refined wedding typography. Experience with luxury wedding stationery, watercolor illustration, and animation is highly preferred.

I’m looking for an illustrator to illustrate a children’s book. I’d like to do the initial consultation to see if it’s something that you can do.
I’d like water color illustration and I have a theme in mind.

I need an illustration of a watercolor tulip on a stem with leaves. I need it to somewhat match the style of watercolor artwork we already have going (attached). I need this within a few days, ideally. Here are the details:

Size: Overall, Rough Size: 4" wide by 9-10" tall
Colors: Refer to the red/yellow tulip image
Style: Match to the image with "firstname lastname" in it
Function/Format: See photo of person holding a tulip where the leaves have enough space to be able to write a person's name on it

Wedding Stationery Designer Needed (Canva)
I am looking for a creative and detail-oriented designer to create a complete wedding stationery set using Canva.
Project Deliverables:
Wedding Invitation Card
RSVP Card
Wedding Menu Card
Thank You Card
Mobile-friendly digital invitation
Simple animated invitation for social media and messaging apps
Design Style:
Elegant and modern
Floral watercolor elements
Soft colors such as cream, blush pink, sage green, and gold accents
Luxury and romantic appearance
Required Skills:
Canva Design
Graphic Design
Print Design
Illustration
Basic Animation
How We Will Work:
I will provide inspiration and references.
Designer will provide initial concepts and revisions.
Good communication is important throughout the project.
Final files should be delivered in Canva editable format and high-resolution PDF/PNG.
Project Goal: I want a beautiful, elegant, and memorable wedding stationery suite that reflects my personal style and can be used for both print and digital purposes.

Title: Expert Children's Book Illustrator Needed – 44-Page Watercolor Project (Real Dog Character)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: Apply ONLY if you match all requirements below. Irrelevant applications will be automatically rejected.

Seeking a talented and highly professional children's book illustrator for an emotionally warm storybook featuring a real dog character. The character must be iconic and maintain absolute visual consistency throughout the book. The character should be recognizable by children on all pages; the illustrator must match the real-life reference images provided upon hire.

Backgrounds must be rich, beautiful, and match the emotional tone of the manuscript, with text seamlessly integrated.

CRITICAL: Strictly 100% human-created artwork. No cartoonish, flat, vector, or AI-generated art.

Requirements:
• Aesthetic: Authentic traditional watercolor on paper (or highly authentic digital watercolor technique featuring organic, rich textures).
• Layout & Scope: Approximately 44 total pages including front and back covers.
- 12 text-only pages (requiring only very minimal decorative spot illustrations/elements)
- 5 cinematic double-page spreads
- 26 single-page illustrations with integrated text
• Deliverables & Print Specs: Full book formatted and ready-to-publish for Amazon KDP (e-book, paperback, hardcover) and Apple Books. Premium 8.5 × 8.5 inches.
• Technical Print Mastery Required: Must have proven experience setting up files with Industry-Standard Bleed (0.125 inches added to outer edges), managing safety margins (keeping text and key visual elements out of the Live Area zone), calculating exact Spine Width based on the final 44-page paper weight for both paperback and hardcover wraps, and ensuring perfect image resolution (strictly 300 DPI in a CMYK color profile).
• Source Files: Layered source files (PSD or Procreate) with text on separate layers are strictly required.
• Rights: Full commercial/exclusive rights transfer (complete copyright buyout) required upon final milestone payment.
• Timeline: Target delivery end of July 2026 (open to discussing realistic milestone schedules for exceptional hand-painted quality).

Scope of Work:
1. Collaborate on initial character design, sketches, and visual style development to lock in the dog's likeness.
2. Provide storyboard thumbnails/rough sketches for review before moving to final color.
3. Create full-color illustrations based on each page of the provided manuscript.
4. Create front and back cover artwork (including spine calculations).
5. Deliver high-resolution, print-ready CMYK files optimized for KDP/Apple Books print and digital guidelines.

Professional Expectations:
Excellent communication, transparency, reliability, punctuality, and strict adherence to agreed milestone deadlines are non-negotiable.

To Apply, Please Provide:
1. Links to your portfolio showcasing traditional or high-end digital watercolor work.
2. Specific examples demonstrating animal character consistency across multiple different scenes/angles.
3. Confirmation that you have successfully formatted and published animal character consistency books with realistic illustrations on Amazon KDP.
4. Your fixed-price quote for the complete, full book project based on the page breakdown above.

We are looking for a talented children’s book illustrator to bring our story to life through beautiful, engaging, and emotionally rich illustrations. The goal is to create a whimsical watercolor-style storybook that captures the imagination of young readers and keeps them connected from page to page.

The project involves illustrating a full children’s book with consistent characters, expressive storytelling scenes, and a strong visual flow that supports the narrative. We need someone who can take a manuscript and transform it into a visually stunning, print-ready children’s book suitable for both digital publishing and Amazon KDP.

The ideal illustrator should have experience in children’s book illustration, watercolor storytelling, and character design, with a strong ability to maintain consistency in style, mood, and character appearance across multiple pages. The illustrations should feel warm, magical, and emotionally engaging, appealing to children aged 4–9.

You will be responsible for creating full-page illustrations, designing characters, and developing a cohesive visual storytelling experience throughout the book. A cover design will also be required to match the overall style of the interior illustrations.

The final deliverables should be high-resolution, print-ready files (300 DPI), fully formatted for publishing, with clean composition and professional quality suitable for commercial use.

We are looking for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about storytelling through art. If you have a portfolio that showcases children’s storybook illustrations or watercolor-style artwork, we would love to see it.

I am looking for a skilled illustrator with strong consistency to develop a cohesive series of watercolor style illustrations for a children’s book project. This will be an ongoing project featuring multiple scenes, environments, and cultural storytelling moments.

Project Overview

Strict Visual Restrictions
No animals of any kind
No dogs or animal companions
No leaf stems or plant sprouting elements on Olivia
No overly cartoonish or exaggerated proportions
No modern American-style cartoon aesthetic
Must remain culturally and visually aligned with French/European storybook design

I have in mind a custom wall paper design for a small power room. I'd like a custom texture designed in the color palette I have, I have a bird photo which I'd like to incorporate into the wallpaper.

I would like to hire someone to help me do the illustrations for my book. It's a gift for Father's Day and I have the concept of each page done, along with the text, I just need the illustrations for the actual pages themselves (14 pages total). I have (poorly done AI with character drift issues) to use as a mock up for each page and can provide the attached dedication page for what to model the following pages from. Is this something you can do and how long would it take and what would the cost be? The output as PDF is fine.

I am preparing the first release in a lyrical picture-book series for 4- to 7-year-olds: “Sam Is Different.” Sam is an overweight, often-bullied boy whose quiet strength carries simple, stoic life lessons. To bring his world to life I need a set of realistic, hand-painted watercolor illustrations.

Scope of work
The books all run 10 full-page spreads (20 interior pages) plus front cover, back cover and two dedication pages. There are currently 10 books ready to launch. All artwork must be supplied in high-resolution, layered files suitable for both print and digital layouts. I will be publishing through Kindle Direct Publishing as well as other paperback and hard-cover platforms, so RGB and CMYK versions are required. The series will be supported by a significant marketing and social influencer budget to insure success. this could lead to steady work.

Key visual elements to include
• Nature and outdoor scenes – especially the old oak tree and the creek that winds through Sam’s backyard
• Family and home moments that show Sam’s day-to-day life
• School and playground settings where interactions with friends and classmates unfold

Characters
Sam appears in every spread, joined regularly by a small circle of friends and classmates who must remain visually consistent from page to page.

Deliverables
• 10 full-bleed watercolor spreads (300 dpi, 11”x8.5” bleed size)
• Front and back covers plus spine artwork ready for KDP template dimensions
• Two dedication/acknowledgment pages using a simpler spot illustration or vignette style that matches the spreads
• Print-ready PDF (CMYK) and separate e-book files (RGB, fixed-layout EPUB or PDF)
• Source files (PSD or TIFF with transparent layers) so text can be overlaid during layout

Acceptance criteria
1. Realistic watercolor look that feels warm and child-friendly, no hard digital edges.
2. Consistent character proportions and wardrobe throughout.
3. Color palette must reproduce accurately on both coated print stock and standard tablet screens.
4. All files pass KDP’s automatic pre-press checks without modification.

If this artistic style resonates with you, please send a short note describing similar projects you’ve completed along with a link to your portfolio.

Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, eBooks, Creative Design, Book Cover Design, Print Design, Watercolor Painting, Character Design

I'm looking for a watercolor children's book illustrator for Dammo Remembers — a picture book series about a Korean boy named Seojun and his beloved blanket Dammo, set in Boston.
This is a milestone-based project:
Milestone 1 ($250-350): Dammo character sheet (front, back, folded, flying + detail of patches and frayed edges), Seojun character sheet (age 5 and age 9, multiple poses and expressions), and 1 style test illustration.
Milestone 2 ($300-450): Seoyeon character sheet (age 4 and age 8), Mom character sheet (Korean woman, early 30s), color palette, composite Seojun/Seoyeon/Mom/Dammo into 15 AI-generated watercolor background scenes, and 1 full illustration for Page 11 (Seojun + friend on school playground).

Style: Soft watercolor. Warm tones. NOT anime or manga.
References provided: real photographs of the actual Dammo blanket, AI character references, AI-generated backgrounds, and detailed illustration direction per page.
Requirements: Hand-drawn or hand-drawn digital only. Process video required. NO AI illustration. Compositing experience required.

Reference photos of the real Dammo blanket, AI character sheets, and detailed illustration direction documents will be shared upon request or after initial contact.
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Acrylic Portrait Painting Artist Needed

We are seeking talented artists who can create high-quality acrylic, hand-painted portraits and cultural artworks similar to the examples provided.

The ideal artist should be able to transform photographs into visually striking paintings while maintaining the personality, expression, and unique characteristics of the subject.

Project Details

* Medium: Acrylic painting
* Style: Realistic portraiture and cultural/artistic interpretations
* Subject: Custom portrait from photographs
* Purpose: Birthday gift for my uncle
* Delivery Deadline: Within 5 days
* Size: To be discussed
* Budget: Open to proposals (slightly negotiable based on quality and experience)

Requirements

* Strong portrait painting skills
* Experience with acrylic paintings
* Ability to work from photo references
* Good attention to facial likeness and detail
* Reliable communication and ability to meet deadlines

To Apply
Please send:

1. Your portfolio or website
2. Examples of similar portrait paintings
3. Your price quote
4. Estimated completion time

Artists with experience creating custom cultural, heritage-inspired, or expressive portrait artwork are strongly encouraged to apply.

I have a watercolor pumpkin border that’s shown on fabric and it needs to be redrawn into a vector file for printing. Needs to look identical the example.

I'm seeking a talented children's book illustrator for a series of books aimed at 4-7 year olds. "SAM IS DIFFERENT" offers a lovely, sensitive boy who will deliver stoic lessons of managing life and the challenges of young children.
Each book is 10 full spread (20) pages w 10 illustrations plus front and back covers formatted for cross platform publishing in ebook, paperback and hardcover.

Key Requirements:
- Art Style: natural watercolor finish
- Themes: Regular children and natural landscapes painted in luscious but refined watercolor. Not looking for packaged computer generated "big eyed" children...
real artistic sensibilities are appreciated.


Ideal Skills & Experience:
- Experience illustrating for children's books, particularly for the 4-7 age group
- Strong ability in watercolor techniques
- Creativity in depicting natural children and spiritual elements
- Portfolio showcasing similar work

Please provide samples of relevant illustrations in your bids.

Skills: Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Visual Arts, Creative Design, Art Consulting, Digital Art, Art Installation

This is for a wild west steampunk graphic novel set in an alternate history United States during 1880. We are looking for character concept art as well as some concept art for technology in the world. We intend posting these on our instagram @twohands.pub. Here is a list of what characters would be needed.
Individual Character:
Reverend Rowan McGinnis
Age: 48
Origins: Ireland
Features: Deep widow’s peak.
Hair: Salt and cinnamon/graying ginger hair
Eyes: Green
Height: 5’11
Clothes: Trousers, suspenders, white shirt (button up) with ruffles, frocked overcoat, bowler cap, round spectacles, Cross necklace.
Background: Rev. McGinnis is an older middle aged Irish immigrant. He escaped Ireland and earned his passage to the States as a steamship mechanic. He has been traveling the South as a messenger of peace as a Calvinist preacher, and is migrating West to serve in the gold rush settlements and meet his sister.

Faction:
Sand Devils: A loose organization of bandits and marauders loyal to no one and the most common frustration for travelers
Uniform: covered in desert garb, consist of a mix of people and hodgepodge clothing i.e. loose desert tunics, head/face coverings, goggles, leather strappings and bandoliers. (think Tusken raiders from star wars, with different headwear)

Technology:
A Cargo Walker
Used: To ferry goods across the dunes of the Midwest Desert

I have two Islamic storybooks for very young readers (ages 3 +) that each run about 25 illustrated pages. Both need lively, cartoon-style artwork that feels playful and fun, yet respectful of the theme. I will provide you with the transcript.

• Book 1 – fully bright, vibrant colours
• Book 2 – bright but with a water colour effect.

Time is tight, so I’ll move quickly once I find the right artist. Please link to finished projects that show your hand-drawn or digitally painted work; I need to see clear evidence of your personal style before we start.

Important: I’m commissioning human-created illustrations. If your process involves any AI assistance, be transparent from the outset—no surprises later.

Typical flow I have in mind:
1. Character and environment sketches for approval
2. Rough page layouts
3. Colour finals (print-ready)
4. Source files + flattened PDFs for each book

I may be looking for 2 different people to create 1 book each if your strength is in 1 style over the over.

Let me know your estimated turnaround for the workload and how many review rounds you include. I’m ready to begin right away..

Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Visual Arts, Creative Design, Book Design, Digital Painting, Watercolor Painting, Character Design

The source image is a digital JPEG. I need it carefully retouched so it can be engraved on a gravestone and also printed for the family.

Here’s the work, step by step:
• Clean up the stray hairs without losing natural texture.
• Completely remove the child in the foreground/background.
• Extend and rebuild the hair on her left side so it blends seamlessly with the rest of her hairstyle—this must look highly realistic when viewed up close.
• Replace the current backdrop with an overlapping watercolor wash that mixes lighter and darker purples; think subtle gradients rather than a flat tone.

When you’re finished, please supply:
1. A high-resolution, print-ready file (CMYK 300 dpi, TIFF or PNG).
2. A separate layered PSD in case minor tweaks are needed later.

The final image should stand up to both large-format printing and laser etching, so crisp edges and natural skin tones are essential.

Skills: Graphic Design, Photoshop, Photo Editing, Photoshop Design, Image Processing, Photo Retouching, Image Consultation, Digital Art

Description:

I am looking for a lead illustrator to collaborate on a deeply intentional children's book project called The Adventures of Ava, with the vision to expand it into a full series under my aviation-family brand, AvFam.

This project bridges two worlds: my career as a professional pilot and flight operations director, and my life as a dad to a brilliant, neurodivergent, highly sensitive daughter.

The Concept:

My daughter struggles deeply with emotional regulation, public mistakes, and sensory overwhelm. When she is anxious, she often shuts down, clamps up, or physically runs away from her feelings.

I created this project to translate abstract emotional coping tools into concrete, logical aviation metaphors that make sensitive kids feel safe. By following Ava—a little airplane navigating the challenges of the sky—children learn to understand their own internal "world" from a helpful, objective distance.

Scope of Work (Book 1):

Total Pages: ~10-12 illustrated pages.
Characters: Ava (little airplane), Barnaby (mentor airplane).

Deliverables: Print-ready files compatible with Amazon KDP (CMYK color profile, correct bleed margins, 300 DPI).

The Visual Style:

I want to bring Ava, Barnaby, and Sunny Valley Field to life with genuine warmth, texture, and emotional depth. I am looking for soft, comforting aesthetics (think traditional watercolor or a clean, heartfelt aesthetic) that make a child feel safe just looking at the page.

The key will be capturing the subtle visual shift between a little airplane feeling gripped by anxiety and the moment her canopy cools down into absolute relief.

How to Apply:

Please submit your proposal with a link to your portfolio. To ensure you’ve read this post fully, please start your cover letter with your favorite type of aircraft (or just "Hello!" if you aren't an aviation fan).

If this concept resonates with your style and your heart, I would love to send over the manuscript and layout for Book 1 to get your thoughts and a quote.

Blue skies,
Jeremy Dempsey
Founder, AvFam

• Have you previously formatted illustrations for print-on-demand publishing (like Amazon KDP), and are you comfortable working with CMYK color profiles and bleed margins?
• This story deals with a highly sensitive character experiencing anxiety and finding relief. What elements in your artistic style do you think will best capture that emotional shift?

We're looking for a talented watercolor illustrator to bring a heartfelt children's picture book to life. The story follows a young boy who wanders into the forest alone — a gentle, wonder-filled adventure full of curiosity, nature, and discovery.

**What We're Looking For:**
- A warm, expressive watercolor style suited for children ages 3–8
- Strong ability to illustrate character consistency across multiple spreads
- Experience with nature settings — trees, light filtering through leaves, forest creatures, etc.
- A soft, magical aesthetic that feels both whimsical and grounded

**Project Scope:**
- Approximately 12–16 full-page illustrations + cover art
- Character design (1 main character — a young boy)
- Spot illustrations and detail elements as needed
- Final deliverables in high-resolution print-ready files (300 DPI, CMYK)

**To Apply, Please Include:**
- Portfolio or samples of your watercolor illustration work (children's book experience preferred)
- Your estimated timeline for a project of this scope
- Your rate (per illustration or full project)

We're looking for someone who genuinely loves storytelling through art and can bring warmth and imagination to every page. Looking forward to seeing your work!

I'm seeking a talented live sketch artist to capture the memories during the event. The event will be a private party with 50 to 100 guests.

Requirements:
- Skilled in creating detailed and beautiful sketches in real-time
- Ability to capture key moments during special event
- Experience with private parties and intimate gatherings
- Portfolios showcasing similar event art

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proficiency in various sketching mediums (pencil, ink, watercolor, etc.)
- Experience in live event sketching
- Good at working under time constraints
- Ability to interact with guests while drawing

Please provide a portfolio with your best work and any relevant experience.

Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Sketching, Art Consulting, 2D Drawing, Art Installation, Watercolor Painting

I'm developing a 3-pack spiral notebook gift set for Christian women and I'm looking for a designer who can create polished, print-ready notebook cover layouts using licensed floral clipart assets.

This is not a logo project and not a simple Canva collage. I need someone with strong taste in layout, composition, spacing, typography, and product design.
Project Overview:

The product is a set of 3 spiral notebooks for Christian women. Each notebook cover will feature one main faith-based word:

1) FAITH
2) HOPE
3) LOVE

The visual direction is warm, feminine, modern-retro, floral, cheerful, and giftable. Think premium Christian stationery for prayer journaling, sermon notes, Bible study, church notes, and daily reflection.

Design Style:

- Warm beige / cream background
- Bold flat floral illustration style
- Retro-inspired but still clean and modern
- Feminine, cheerful, faith-based
- Premium stationery feel
- No watercolor
- No overly soft pastel look
- No generic Canva template look
- No heavy scripture graphics or preachy design
- No random collage of flowers

The floral elements should feel intentionally arranged, like a coordinated stationery set. The three covers should each have their own identity, but clearly belong together.

Important Composition Direction: I will provide licensed floral clipart assets for the designer to work with. The designer's job will be to compose the covers tastefully using those elements.

Planned cover structure:

- FAITH: bold open botanical composition, strong and confident
- HOPE: designer to recommend which direction they can execute most beautifully — either a floral sunrise / upward bloom concept or an anchor-inspired composition suggested naturally through the floral arrangement
- LOVE: floral heart arrangement, where flowers naturally form or suggest a heart shape

The key requirement is that the floral arrangements must look organic and intentional. I do not want a hard clipping mask stuffed with random flowers. I do not want chopped-up flower fragments or cookie-cutter cutouts. The design should feel like flowers were arranged naturally into a beautiful shape.

Typography: Each cover will have one main word: FAITH, HOPE, LOVE. The font should feel warm, rounded, retro, feminine, and readable. I'm open to designer recommendations, but the typography must work well at Amazon thumbnail size.

Technical Requirements:

- Finished cover size: 6 inches wide x 8 inches tall, portrait orientation
- 300 DPI minimum
- Print-ready file with bleed
- CMYK color mode or manufacturer-ready print color setup
- Final files as print-ready PDF
- Source files required, preferably Adobe Illustrator
- Not Canva-only
- Final artwork must be suitable for manufacturer printing on spiral notebook covers

Deliverables:

- 3 final notebook cover designs
- Coordinated as a set
- Print-ready files
- Source files
- High-resolution mockups if possible
- Files suitable for manufacturer printing

Budget: $200–$500 fixed price
Timeline: Rough concepts within 3–5 days. Final print-ready files within 7–10 days after direction is approved.

What I'm Looking For: Please apply only if you have experience with:

- Floral composition
- Stationery design
- Notebook / journal cover design
- Product design for physical goods
- Clipart-based layout design
- Typography pairing
- Creating cohesive multi-piece sets

Please do not apply with AI-only artwork or generic Canva templates. I'm looking for a designer who can thoughtfully compose licensed assets into print-ready product artwork.

When applying, please include examples of work that show floral layouts, stationery, journals, planners, packaging, or composition-heavy designs. I am especially interested in seeing examples where you arranged existing illustration assets into a polished final design.

Please also briefly answer: How would you approach making the 3 covers feel coordinated but not repetitive?

I am creating a kitchen backsplash with handmade white square ceramic tiles. I would like a collection of delicate, minimal watercolor style botanical illustrations. The artwork should feel timeless, subtle, and collected rather than decorative or themed. Colors should remain muted and natural. I'd like approximately 10–15 botanical tiles, one small bee tile, and one valais blacknose sheep tile. The sheep and bee should feel like discoveries rather than focal points.

I am looking for an illustrator to create a series (probably 60-70) of 1-color (black) ink sketches, in a style that resembles what you might find in an artist's field sketchbook.

I'm looking for HUMAN-created artwork (no AI).

I prefer the art to be created digitally — Procreate (first choice) or Photoshop.

See the attached images for examples of the style I'm envisioning. (I'm open to variations, or alternate approaches that accomplish a similar effect;)

The subject matter will vary — sometimes portraits of Catholic saints, sometimes animals, sometimes small still-life objects, or even landscapes.

The sketches will be used to help illustrate stories in a series of print pieces.

The illustrations do NOT all need to be done at the same time — they can be completed in small 'batches' — maybe 4-6 at a time. I would provide the topics with notes or a reference image for each.

In terms of deliverables, I'd like to get a high-res digital file, and a Procreate timelapse video for each sketch.

If you're interested in a project like this, please let me know a PER ILLUSTRATION cost — or a TOTAL PRICE for 60 illustrations.

I'm a watercolor artist currently developing an ebook based on my personal learning journey, including common beginner mistakes, learning traps, and lessons I've learned while improving my skills.

I'm currently in the planning and content-development stage and am looking to connect with experienced freelancers who have helped creators launch digital products especially outside the US, Canada, European region.

My eventual goal is to sell the ebook to an international audience (primarily US and Europe) through a simple and professional setup.

I'd like to learn more about:

The best platform for selling a digital ebook (Gumroad, Payhip, Shopify, etc.)
Payment options for a creator based in Kenya selling internationally
Landing page and sales page setup
Automated ebook delivery after purchase
Email marketing recommendations for beginners
Typical costs and timelines for a project like this

I'm not ready to launch immediately, but I am researching the process and would appreciate hearing from freelancers who have experience setting up digital product businesses for creators.

When responding, please include:

Relevant experience
Examples of similar projects
Your recommended setup
Estimated budget range and timeline

Thank you.

I’ve written a 13-page children’s book—one cover plus twelve interior spreads—starring my young daughter and her beloved stuffed animal. The story raises awareness about hemophilia in girls, so each scene needs to feel authentic, warm and age-appropriate while following the emotional beats of the narrative (moments of curiosity, a little worry, lots of courage, and plenty of joy).

I will provide clear reference photos of my daughter, her toy, and rough page-by-page text so you can capture her likeness in a soft, realistic-leaning watercolor style. We can discuss subtle palette choices that keep the medical theme approachable without losing the dreamy charm kids love.

What I need from you
• Thirteen finished watercolor illustrations (300 dpi CMYK, full bleed) ready for print and e-book formatting
• One cover layout that integrates title text space
• Layered source files (PSD or Procreate) in case minor text or bleed adjustments are required later
• Two round(s) of feedback per page before final sign-off

If you have sample pages that show lifelike children in watercolor, I’d love to see them along with a brief note on your typical timeline for a project this size. Let’s bring this story—and the message that “girls can bleed too”—to life together.

Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Creative Writing, Book Cover Design, Print Design, Character Design