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Project: Personalised Children’s Picture Book Illustration
I am looking for an experienced children’s book illustrator to help bring a personalised picture book to life.
The book is a sentimental story about a couple, their relationship, their beloved dog and the arrival of their baby. It is a personal family project intended to become a lifelong keepsake.
The project
* Approximately 16 illustrated story pages, plus a front cover.
* Square book format: 12 × 12 inches.
* Each finished illustration must be supplied as a high-resolution PNG, 3600 × 3600 pixels, 300 DPI.
* Artwork must be suitable for professional printing.
* I will supply the complete manuscript, character references, photographs, approved illustrations and a detailed visual reference guide.
Artistic direction
I am looking for a traditional, painterly children’s storybook aesthetic. The illustrations should feel warm, whimsical and timeless, with beautiful colours, expressive characters and carefully illustrated backgrounds.
I already have an established visual direction and approved artwork for the cover and some interior pages. It is essential that all remaining illustrations maintain the same artistic style and visual consistency.
Character consistency
The book features three recurring characters:
* A female protagonist, whose facial features, complexion, eyes, hair and overall appearance must remain recognisable throughout the book.
* A male protagonist, whose established facial features, glasses and beard must remain consistent.
* A small dog with distinctive black and caramel markings, expressive eyes, floppy ears and a pink collar.
I have approved illustrated character references and real photographs available. These must be used as references rather than redesigning the characters for each illustration.
Working arrangement
I would like to work collaboratively with the illustrator. I prefer to commission one initial sample illustration first, agree on the style, character likeness and quality, and then proceed with the remaining pages in stages.
I will provide detailed scene descriptions for every page. Revisions and feedback will be part of the process, as maintaining consistency across the entire book is essential.
What I am looking for
* A portfolio demonstrating experience illustrating children’s picture books.
* Strong character illustration skills and the ability to maintain consistent characters across multiple scenes.
* Experience with traditional watercolour, painterly or similar storybook illustration styles.
* Attention to detail and the ability to follow an established visual reference.
* High-resolution, print-ready final artwork.
* Full commercial usage and reproduction rights for the finished illustrations.
Please include examples of previous children’s book projects, your proposed workflow, estimated timeframe and an indicative price for the complete project.
I am looking for an illustrator who can help create a beautiful, cohesive and timeless picture book rather than a collection of unrelated illustrations.
Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Book Cover Design, Print Design, Watercolor Painting, Character Design
Fixed budget:
50 - 150 AUD
15 hours ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Book Cover Design, Print Design, Watercolor Painting, Character Design
I'm seeking a talented illustrator to create a beautiful, custom end-of-year greeting card for Support Plus, a business built by carers, for carers. The card will be sent to our customers, partners and community to thank them for being part of our journey throughout 2026.
I'm looking for something that feels like a warm Australian summer captured in a watercolour illustration — elegant and thoughtful, with a little colour, personality and festive cheer. Think professional in presentation, personal in feeling.
The concept is a relaxed Australian summer gathering, with a beautifully styled table. The scene would be brought to life with delicate Australian native florals, including eucalyptus, golden wattle and touches of purple native flowers.
The overall style should feel like a soft, painterly storybook illustration, with lovely watercolour textures, natural details and a fresh, cheerful colour palette of purple, green, sunny yellow, cherry red and warm cream.
Key requirements
Style: Elegant, polished watercolour illustration with warmth, character and a natural, hand-painted feel.
Theme: Australian summer and end-of-year celebration, rather than a traditional Christmas card. I'd prefer to avoid overt Christmas or religious imagery.
Main illustration: A cohesive summer table scene, with native florals framing the composition and smaller botanical details that could also be used separately throughout the card.
Text: The front cover will feature the headline “That’s a wrap on 2026!”, using elegant lettering paired with a friendly, more relaxed secondary font.
Branding: The Support Plus logo will be supplied separately and should be incorporated subtly, so the card feels like a genuine personal greeting rather than a promotional piece.
Format: A folded A6 portrait greeting card, with a front cover, a simple back cover and an inside spread that leaves generous space for a handwritten personal message.
Additional elements: I'd love a few standalone native floral illustrations that can be used as delicate borders or corner details on the inside and back of the card.
Scope of work and usage
I'm looking to commission one original greeting card illustration/design. We will arrange printing and produce any additional copies in-house, so printing services are not required.
Ideally, the final deliverables would include high-resolution, print-ready artwork suitable for our folded A6 card, along with the individual floral illustration elements as separate files where possible.
Please outline your fee for the illustration and design only, excluding printing, and clarify the usage rights included in your quote. In particular, we'd like Support Plus to be able to reproduce the design in-house and print additional copies as needed in future years.
Overall feeling
The most important thing is that the card feels thoughtful, joyful and human — a genuine thank-you to the people who have been part of our year. It should feel special without being overly formal or corporate.
I'd love to see examples of your previous watercolour, botanical or greeting-card illustration work to get a sense of your style.
I’m looking for an artist who works strictly with traditional, hand-crafted techniques to create a one-of-a-kind piece that will hang in my home. The medium—oil, acrylic, watercolor, charcoal, or any other classic approach—is up to you; what matters most is the quality of execution and a style that will complement a modern-yet-warm interior.
Once we agree on a concept, I’ll provide reference photos, preferred colors, and the display dimensions. You’ll translate that guidance into an original artwork, then varnish or properly fix it so it’s ready for framing. A high-resolution photo or scan of the finished piece should accompany the shipment for archival and print purposes.
When you reach out, focus on your experience with traditional media. A brief overview of past exhibitions, commissions, or notable works is enough—I’m not looking for lengthy proposals, just proof you can deliver museum-worthy craftsmanship on schedule.
After approval of a rough sketch, we’ll set milestones for progress shots and the final hand-off. I’m excited to see how you bring this vision to life.
Watercolor Illustrator for Children’s Book: Long-term illustrator for ongoing series
Applied
$5
20 hours ago
5
Long-term illustrator needed for an ongoing children's book series. We’re looking for a watercolor illustrator to create 8 full-page illustrations and a cover for each children’s book.
We have multiple ongoing series and produce 10+ books per month. We’re looking for illustrators interested in long-term, ongoing collaborations. For artists who work with us on an ongoing basis, we anticipate opportunities to illustrate 10+ books per artist.
We need someone who can bring a painterly, sophisticated, memorable style to the artwork.
Please share relevant samples of children’s book illustrations or similar work, and include your availability and estimated timeline for completing the project.
We are seeking a watercolor artist to assist us in developing 2 pieces for the upcoming holiday seasons. They will depicts 2 Cane Corso (with cropped ears dogs) with the holiday themes of Fall and Christmas.
Please send your portfolio for review and we will reach out to the artist who best believe can carry on with the scope of the project.
I hope this note finds you well! I am currently developing a festive Christmas children’s board book titled Atnas Fle & the Story of Christmas Carols and I am looking for an illustrator to bring the story to life.
Here is a brief summary of the book:
Long ago, the North Pole workshop was a silent, strict place for toys until a cheerful young elf named Atnas Flee began singing while he worked. His joyful tunes quickly caught on with the other elves, even impressing Santa, who encouraged them to keep the music going. This cozy rhyming tale reveals the magical origin of how the first Christmas carols were created.
Project Details & Scope:
Scope: Title page plus approximately 12–15 interior story pages.
Layout: Illustrations only (no text layout required, as the text will be placed on separate pages).
Special Details: I would like to include a chocolate lab mix (I can send reference photos) subtly featured in each scene, wearing a small red bow somewhere in the illustration.
Interactive Ending: The final page of the book will feature a "Did you spot the cheerful Christmas pup?" spread highlighting where the dog was hidden throughout the book.
I run a textile label and I need ten original, hand-drawn illustrations that spotlight people, fashion, and lifestyle themes. These pieces will feature prominently across my website and social channels, so they must feel cohesive with the brand’s upbeat, artisanal spirit.
I’ll send you reference boards and a few sample sketches in chat to make sure the look and palette are crystal clear before you begin. Once we agree on the direction, you can work in the medium you like—pen-and-ink, watercolor, Procreate, or another digital drawing tool—so long as the final files are supplied as layered PSD or high-resolution PNGs with transparent backgrounds.
Deliverables
• 10 hand-drawn, fashion-focused illustrations
• Web-ready PNG (3000 px wide) + layered PSD for each
• Up to two minor revision rounds per illustration
Acceptance
The set is complete when every file matches the agreed style guide, is export-ready for web use, and scales cleanly without pixelation.
If this sounds like your wheelhouse, let’s talk details in chat and get the creative process started.
We’re looking for an illustrator to create engaging visuals for a children’s book. The project includes developing a main character, designing scenes, and producing illustrations that support a simple story. We want someone who can bring warmth and creativity to the artwork and help make the book visually appealing for young readers. Please share relevant examples of children’s book work or character design in your proposal.
We are currently looking for a portrait artist who can draw pet portraits, vector pet portrait, oil paint portrait, watercolor, single line portrait, etc.
This will be a longterm project for a right candidate.
please share your portfolio, website, etc.
Thanks.
Client's questions:
Describe your recent experience with similar projects
We are seeking a talented illustrator for a children's book project. The ideal candidate should specialize in original hand-drawn watercolor illustrations and have experience creating engaging visuals for young readers. You will be responsible for developing illustrations that match the story's tone and characters, while maintaining a consistent and appealing style throughout the book. Please share relevant samples of children's book work, especially projects that showcase watercolor and hand-drawn techniques.
I am looking for a reliable illustrator and graphic designer for ongoing work across a growing character-based brand, starting with an illustrated A5 spiral notebook.
* Help develop and illustrate additional characters while keeping a consistent style across the range.
* Work with existing artwork and create new illustrations for stationery, products and other brand materials.
* Maintain a soft, washed watercolour look, with gentle colours and smoothly blended backgrounds. New artwork must match this established look consistently.
* Complete notebook page layouts with consistent backgrounds, spacing and fonts.
* Follow manufacturer templates, including bleed, safe margins and space for spiral binding.
* Help prepare clear briefs and reference sheets for plush manufacturers, organising existing character artwork, measurements, colours and production notes. This is assistance with presenting the brief, rather than designing the plush itself.
* Supply print-ready files and editable, layered source files.
* Please share examples of relevant character illustration, watercolour-style artwork, stationery, print layouts and manufacturer briefs.
* Please advise your pricing, included revisions, availability and turnaround times.
I am hoping to build a long-term working relationship with someone reliable, consistent and honest, who communicates clearly, follows briefs carefully and is open about their experience and capabilities.
Children’s Board Book Illustrator — Warm, Whimsical, Hand-Drawn Style (No AI)
Applied
$400
2 days ago
1
I’m seeking an illustrator for a Korean-English bilingual board book for ages 0–3, inspired by my daughter and our Korean-American family.
The story follows a toddler through everyday moments with her parents and grandparents. I’m looking for warm, whimsical, expressive illustrations with a soft, timeless feel. I love watercolor-inspired artwork but am open to other styles.
Project scope:
* 10 illustrated double-page spreads, plus front and back cover
* 1 additional dedication spread featuring a QR code for Korean audio pronunciations (minimal design; QR code and text provided)
* Consistent characters, including a toddler, parents, grandparents, and two dogs
* High-resolution artwork for a 5.625” × 5.625” board book
* Space for Korean and English text
* Commercial publishing and reprinting rights
Important: All artwork must be entirely human-created, with no generative AI used at any stage.
My manuscript is nearly complete. I’ll provide scene descriptions, family reference photos, and official printer templates. I’d like to approve character sketches before full illustrations begin and review progress throughout the project.
Please provide separate fixed-price quotes for:
1. All illustrations, including the cover and any simple dedication artwork.
2. Illustrations plus complete book layout, including bilingual text, dedication page, QR code placement, and print-ready PDFs.
Please share relevant children’s book portfolio examples, especially illustrations featuring toddlers and families!
Watercolor Children's Christian Book Character Design
Applied
$250 - $750
2 days ago
-
I have a children’s Christian book written and edited. I’m not ready to start illustrating the book but I want to come up with character designs. There are five animal characters. I’m leaning more towards water or oil coloring (open to other styles as well) while still giving expressive faces to each character. Not too realistic. Also, I’m looking for someone who can create beautiful backgrounds, specifically of autumn season.
If I am satisfied, this could lead to a separate contract where we illustrate the entire book. Since this will require a lot of communication, I prefer someone fluent in English.
Absolutely no AI involved in the illustration!
Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Creative Design, 2D Animation, Art Consulting, Art Installation, Oil Painting, Watercolor Painting
Fixed budget:
250 - 750 USD
2 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Trades & Services, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Creative Design, 2D Animation, Art Consulting, Art Installation, Oil Painting, Watercolor Painting
Children’s Book Illustrator for 11x8.5 Picture Book for 3-7 year olds (1st of 15 in a series)
Applied
not specified
3 days ago
1
Seeking a talented illustrator for a premium color picture book measuring 11 x 8.5 inches and 32 pages in length. This will be the first book in a planned 15-book series, so we’re looking for someone who can collaborate long term. The style should be vibrant, whimsical, and suitable for children, with a preference for 2D, 3D, or watercolor approaches. Characters are already developed, and I can share visual examples of the look and feel I’m aiming for.
Client's questions:
Describe your typical design process and methods
Describe your recent experience with similar projects
I'm seeking an artist to paint a photograph of a glass of wine. The painting can be in any style, and I'm open to suggestions for the mood.
Requirements:
- Experience in various painting styles (realistic, impressionist, watercolor)
- Ability to capture the essence of a glass of wine
- Creativity in interpreting mood and style
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Strong portfolio of similar work
- Attention to detail
- Good communication for collaborative input
Please share your work and any ideas you have!
Skills: Photoshop, Arts & Crafts, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Creative Design, Painting, Art Consulting, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku)
Fixed budget:
250 - 750 USD
3 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Trades & Services, Photoshop, Arts & Crafts, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Creative Design, Painting, Art Consulting, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku)
Job Title: 3D Dollhouse Animation & Artist's Impression Video - 3,500 sq ft House & Detached Garage
Fixed Budget: £150 (approx. €180)
Project Details:
I have all digital files ready to upload for a two-storey, 3,500 sq ft house and a detached garage layout.
My File Checklist (Attached):
• Ground Floor Plan.jpg & First Floor Plan.jpg (Clean flatbed scans with dimensions)
• Front Elevation.jpg, Rear Elevation.jpg, and 2 Side Elevations.jpg
• Garage Plan.jpg and House Site Location.jpg (Detailed site footprint map)
• Photo of Lane Entrance.jpg & Photo of Road Entrance.jpg
• Photo of Finished House.jpg (Reference photo showing stone cladding and dark slate finishes)
• Site Video From Foundations.mp4 (A 360-degree video standing on the foundations showing the real rolling countryside, the field at the rear, and an old stone homestead on it)
Important Orientation & Scenery Detail:
The proposed house and garage must be positioned exactly as shown on the site map. The house must face toward the neighboring house on the opposite hill, with the main road running between them. Please use my 360 foundation video and photos to blend the real rolling countryside landscape, trees, and the old stone homestead into the background backdrop.
Required Deliverables:
I do NOT want flat, static photos. I need a moving visual format that I can send to a prospective customer over WhatsApp. I need a 15-30 second smooth 3D fly-around video (MP4) or a 360 panoramic link that features:
1 A 3D Dollhouse View (with the roof cut away so the client looks down into the room layouts of both levels).
2 An Exterior View matching my textures, integrated into the real site scenery.
I am open to either a clean digital 3D model look or a stylized Artist's Impression (such as a 3D moving watercolor or stylized sketch animation). Please reply with direct examples of dollhouse animations where you have blended real site media into the background scenery.
Skills: 3D Rendering, 3ds Max, 3D Modelling, 3D Animation, 3D Design, 3D Architecture, 3D Visualization, 3D Graphic Design
Fixed budget:
30 - 250 EUR
3 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, 3D Rendering, 3ds Max, 3D Modelling, 3D Animation, 3D Design, 3D Architecture, 3D Visualization, 3D Graphic Design
I'm seeking an experienced children's book illustrator to complete revisions to my nearly finished book, Zendy Bendy's Yoga Shapes.
The book is approximately 20 pages, sized 8.5 × 8.5 inches, with illustrations already completed. I need corrections rather than a complete redesign.
The work includes:
- Correcting character anatomy, including feet, legs, and yoga poses.
- Maintaining the original character design, colors, and watercolor style.
- Making minor page and cover adjustments.
- Preparing high-resolution, print-ready files.
I retain ownership of the character and artwork.
Please share your experience revising existing illustrations, relevant portfolio samples, estimated cost, turnaround time, and number of revisions included.
I'm also interested in starting with one paid sample page before committing to the full project.
Thank you! I look forward to hearing from you.
Delisa Simpson Even
Creator & Author, Zendy Bendy's Yoga Shapes
Architectural designer needed to create concept sketches for accessible ADU
Applied
$15 - $35
/ hr
3 days ago
3
I am looking for a talented architectural illustrator with space planning skills to help me take my custom backyard ADU vision to the next level with a rough floor plan and set of concept illustrations so that I can share them to show my family and local builder teams. For the concept illustrations, I am looking for a handmade, cohesive feel and strongly wish to avoid AI.
Deliverables (details attached):
• 2 x Floor plans showing main and upper level
• 5x Color Watercolor-Wash architectural concept sketches to illustrate various points of view, annotated with text labels. (1. Exterior Front, 2. Front Door, 3. Bedroom, 4. Bathroom, 5. Rooftop). Please no AI.
ADU description:
• Footprint and height: Detached 20' x 30' (600 sq. ft.) footprint. Max height 19.5'. 9' ceilings on main floor and 7' ceiling for storage loft on upper floor.
• Floorplan (main): 1 bed/1 bath. Open concept kitchen to living room. 9' ceilings. Drop-down attic ladder to storage space in bedroom.
• Floorplan (upper): 20' x 12.5' storage loft in the back half of the home. 20' x 17.5' upper deck with wet bar, fabric awning, folding glass door to storage space, and 42" railing. Primary access is external staircase on side of home.
• Accessibility features: Main floor is ready for aging in place: wide walkways, open floorplan, roll-in shower with grab bars. Lighting underneath lower cabinets in kitchen and bathroom baseboards for safety.
• Aesthetic: Modern mediterranean, with clean lines and a few custom and retro touches that make it feel comfortable (e.g. cream-colored SMEG fridge and toaster).
• Setting: Suburban coastal southern California backyard, casual, with a lemon tree
Hourly rate:
15 - 35 USD
3 days ago
Engineering & Architecture, Building & Landscape Architecture
I’m putting together a 32-page picture book manuscript, plus a cover, for children aged 3-6. The story celebrates simple acts of kindness through the eyes of child protagonists.
To bring the story to life, I’m looking for hand-drawn illustrations in a whimsical, hand-sketched style, finished with either watercolor washes or colored-pencil textures - whichever medium best preserves a soft, story-time charm when scanned for print. The artwork should feel traditional rather than digital or overly cartoonish.
The finished book will have an 8.5 x 8.5-inch trim size and contain 32 interior pages, arranged as 16 double-page spreads, plus a wrap-around cover. Each spread will feature a full-bleed scene showing children interacting with one another and their surroundings while performing acts of kindness or doing something thoughtful.
All artwork must include a 1-inch bleed on every outer edge. Based on the specified trim size:
Each single interior page should measure 10.5 x 10.5 inches, including bleed.
Each double-page spread should measure 19 x 10.5 inches, including bleed.
The wrap-around cover should include the back cover, spine, and front cover, with a 1-inch bleed around the outer perimeter. Its final dimensions will depend on the printer-provided spine width.
Expressive faces and soft, playful colors are essential. I want young readers to feel warmth and joy from the moment they open the book. I’m also open to featuring animal characters instead of children if that approach suits the story and artistic style.
Deliverables
Rough character concepts and sketches for approval
Thumbnail or rough layouts for all 16 interior spreads and the cover
Full-color final artwork for 16 double-page, full-bleed interior spreads
One full-color wrap-around cover, including front cover, spine, and back cover
Artwork formatted for an 8.5 x 8.5-inch final trim size
A 1-inch bleed on all outer edges
Print-ready files in CMYK at 300 dpi, supplied as layered TIFF or PSD files
Appropriate safe areas for text and important visual elements, based on the printer’s specifications
Title and other cover text placed on separate, editable layers
Copyright assignment and permission to use the artwork across print, e-book, advertising, social media, and other promotional channels
Source files and flattened, print-ready files upon completion
Once the roughs are approved, we can move through the color artwork in two or three milestones so feedback remains quick and focused. Please include your estimated timeline, pricing, revision policy, and examples of relevant children’s-book work in your proposal.
If you enjoy illustrating children in imaginative, slightly quirky settings and can capture the gentle spirit of kindness, I’d be happy to share the full manuscript and discuss the project timeline.
Skills: Illustrator, Illustration, Concept Design, Creative Design, Book Cover Design, Drawing Artist, Character Design
Fixed budget:
30 - 250 USD
3 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Illustrator, Illustration, Concept Design, Creative Design, Book Cover Design, Drawing Artist, Character Design
I'm looking for a talented illustrator to create enchanting illustrations for a children's book aimed at ages 4-12. I'm looking for a distinctive illustration style that feels contemporary but timeless, with a sense of fun and imagination. The illustrations should appeal to children while also having an aesthetic that parents will appreciate.
The illustrations should be in a soft traditional watercolor British storybook style. The book will be approx 40 pages. This is intended to be a series, with each book centred around a different individual and their personal journey. The visual identity should therefore be flexible enough to evolve with each story while maintaining a recognisable, cohesive feel across the collection. I'd love to explore how colour, character, small details and visual storytelling can bring each person's world to life.
- A mix of full-page scenes with story characters, smaller pictures alongside the text, and an eye-catching simplistic cover. Will go into more detail once I have received samples of your work and style.
Ideal skills and experience:
- Expertise in soft watercolor techniques
- Experience illustrating for children's books, especially for the 4-12 age group
- Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate visuals that complement the story
Please provide samples of similar work.
Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Digital Art, Drawing Artist, Character Design
Hourly rate:
12 - 18 EUR
4 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, Digital Art, Drawing Artist, Character Design
Watercolor Illustrator for Children’s Book: Long-term illustrator for ongoing series
Applied
not specified
5 days ago
5
Long-term illustrator needed for ongoing children's book series. We’re looking for a watercolor illustrator to create 8 full-page illustrations and cover for each children’s book. We have multiple ongoing series and produce 10+ books per month and are looking for illustrators for long-term ongoing collaborations. For each artist who works with us for ongoing collaborations, we can guarantee 10+ books per artist. We need someone who can bring a painterly sophisticated memorable style to the artwork. Please share relevant samples of children’s book illustrations or similar work, and include your availability and estimated timeline for completing the project.
Illustrator and Bilingual Editor for Children’s Book
Applied
$15 - $33
/ hr
5 days ago
3
Seeking an illustrator and bilingual editor for AMAS WORLD, a Spanish-English children’s book inspired by my daughter with Down syndrome. The project celebrates inclusion, perseverance, and everyday achievements. Please provide separate quotes for warm watercolor-style illustrations (about 12 scenes, 4 activity pages, and a cover), Spanish-English editing, and Amazon KDP book layout. Include portfolio samples and an estimated timeline for each task.
I have a complete children’s manuscript for ages 0–3 and now need the story brought to life with gentle, hand-painted, watercolor illustrations—absolutely no AI or automated filters. The visuals should feel warm and soothing while still engaging a toddler’s curiosity, showing a mix of charming characters, friendly animals, and simple places that match each page of the text.
I’ll share the finished words and page-by-page breakdown so you can sketch freely, keeping the palette soft and the lines loose, as if lifted straight from a traditional brush and paper. Once the overall look is set, I’ll need high-resolution, print-ready files (CMYK, 300 dpi) plus layered source files for any final tweaks before the book goes off to the printer and e-book conversion.
If you love creating classic watercolor spreads for little readers, please send a link to similar projects, let me know roughly how many spreads you can handle per week, and outline your typical revision process. I’m excited to see how your hand-painted style will turn these words into a world small children will want to explore again and again.
Skills: Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, 2D Animation, 2D Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku)
Fixed budget:
10 - 30 USD
5 days ago
Design, Media & Architecture, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Illustration, Caricature & Cartoons, 2D Animation, 2D Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Art Direction (Bijutsu Kantoku)
Looking for an illustrator to create child-friendly mental health and social-emotional learning artwork for elementary school counseling resources. Projects may include coloring pages, pamphlet illustrations, stickers, and educational handouts. Style should be warm, inclusive, engaging, and appropriate for ages 5-11 and 12-18. Experience with educational or children's materials preferred.
I am looking for a children's book illustrator for about 18 pages for hard and digital copy
Applied
not specified
5 days ago
1
I am looking to find right person to illustrate my children's book plus front cover... it is 18 pages with additional 4-5 history pages at the end that don't require illustrations but maybe a background color and a border. I will require full rights to publish for hard copy print and digital copy to sell on Amazon.
I need a skilled artist to create beautiful, color watercolor-style portraits of individual guests at my event. The portraits should be done live and given on paper for guests to take home at the event.
Key Requirements:
- Experience in watercolor painting
- Ability to create individual guest portraits quickly and accurately
- Provide finished portraits on paper for guests at the event
Ideal Skills:
- Proficiency in watercolor techniques
- Previous experience in live event painting
- Strong artistic skills and attention to detail
Watercolor Character Illustrator for Storybook
Applied
$10
6 days ago
5
I’m looking for a talented illustrator to create a beautiful watercolor-style illustration featuring two custom storybook characters. The artwork should have a soft, hand-painted aesthetic, expressive personalities, natural poses, and harmonious colors. I need consistent facial features, proportions, clothing, and distinctive details, with both characters interacting naturally in a well-composed scene. Final artwork should be high resolution and suitable for children’s books or print. Please share relevant portfolio samples featuring watercolor characters, include your estimated timeline, and explain how you would approach the illustration. I’m looking for someone who can follow visual references, contribute creative ideas, and be open to feedback and reasonable revisions.
6 Promotional “Concept Covers” Only (Texas based Homestead Series)
Applied
$300
7 days ago
1
Project Overview:
I am seeking a talented digital illustrator to create six (6) promotional/marketing concept front covers for a children’s book series. Please note that these are not final, print-ready covers for a printing press. I need these strictly as high-quality digital mockups/images to use for marketing, social media promotion, and display in my digital bookstore. I am providing general concept layout images to the winning freelancer, but they are strictly for spatial reference I am
completely unsatisfied with them. You are using your professional artistic talent to bring the highly specific written descriptions below to life from scratch.
Client's questions:
This project is strictly for 6 digital marketing concept front covers, NOT full book interior pages. Please confirm you understand this scope.
The visual continuity requires a specific "Texas State Flag" inside a five-pointed star branding badge. Can you customize typography overlays on a graphic emblem exactly to a layout brief?
Every cover requires a classic, weathered American red barn with white trim and a weather vane placed naturally in the scenery. Have you illustrated complex rural landscapes or farm settings with consistent background items across multiple pieces before?
Describe your recent experience with similar projects
Can you help me with a koala bear ?
I created a mood board to help you understand what my client wants. (Attached)
The koala needs to be in professional outfit and showing happiness, like the other koalas I sent you but also showing that it is a working koala.
It doesn't need to be exactly Scandinavian clothes but working clothes. When I used the Scandinavian style was to exemplify and differentiate from a tropical style, which would be more colorful. As per Scandinavian, I want you to understand that it needs to be more elegant and clean like the Ralph Lauren Bear. On the other hand, I need it to be happy like with eyes open and a smile, but can't be childish because this koala will be the mascot of an event named: World Workplace Wellbeing Summit... so... elements to express the workplace are needed. In the sketch that I created on Canva, it has glasses, tie, and coffee mug to express workplace... I need some elements of a "happily working" koala to be placed.