Children’s Book Illustrator for Self-

​Publishing Authors
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Thoughtful, nostalgic kidlit art with a clear, on-time process and family-friendly style.

Recent Picture Book Spreads

Recent illustrations from books we’ve illustrated 

Mixed Media Artist with a passion for

​storytelling 


Why Work With Us?

We help indie authors turn manuscripts into engaging , kid-safe picture books…on time and stress-free.


  • Faceless, not voiceless characters kids can relate to
  • Mixed-media textures (Procreate + traditional)
  • Clear timeline, check-ins & deliverables, no ghosting here!
  • Print-ready files for KDP/Ingram
  • Friendly, reliable communication
  • ​highly recommended 

Pricing & Timeline


  • Typical budget: $3.5k–$6k for a 24–32-page picture book (cover included)
  • Includes: full-color spreads, cover, print-ready PDF + PNG/JPG exports
  • Timeline: 60-90 days (depends on page count and complexity)

  1. Brief & Quote – We review your story, target age, and style; you get a scope + quote.
  2. Sketches – layouts and character designs with feedback rounds.
  3. Color & Texture – Final art with mixed-media textures; small tweaks if needed.
  4. Final Files – Print-ready files (PDF, bleed, CMYK as needed) 

Packages

Starter

12–20 pages · ~$3,500
For shorter stories or first-time authors.

  • 1–2 main characters, simple backgrounds
  • Cover art included
  • Revisions: 1 sketch round, 1 small color tweak
  • Timeline: 60-90 days
  • Deliverables: print-ready PDF (300 dpi, bleed), JPG/PNG for web

Classic

24–28 pages · ~$5,000
​Balanced scope for most picture books.
  • 2–3 characters, varied backgrounds
  • Cover art included
  • Revisions: 2 sketch rounds, 1 small color tweak
  • Timeline: 60-90 days turnaround time
  • Deliverables: print-ready PDF (KDP/Ingram/), JPG/PNG set

Library Edition

32–36 pages · $6,000+
For longer stories, extra detail, and promo needs.
  • Larger cast / detailed backgrounds
  • Cover
  • Revisions: 2 sketch rounds, up to 2 small color tweaks
  • Timeline: ~60-90 days turnaround 
  • Deliverables: print-ready PDF + layered exports as needed

Testimonials

Oh @mariampoppins! You were literally the illustrator of my dreams! I loved working with you from start to finish.
After a hard learned lesson, working with another
illustrator, I could not help but appreciate...
your remarkable professionalism & timely delivery of everything you promised 8 attention to detail & supportive disposition consistent communication

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