I am a creative and detail-oriented illustrator, book designer, and editorial specialist.

About

I am a creative and detail-oriented illustrator, book designer, and editorial specialist. I enjoy bringing stories to life through children’s book illustration, character design, fantasy scenes, digital watercolor, and narrative artwork. I also transform manuscripts into polished, print-ready books with thoughtful layouts, typography, and visual storytelling.

  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Consumer Goods
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet

Projects · 13

Overview This professional product mockup showcases the cover and interior layout for the "Kattle Krew Coloring Book", a custom-designed family farm publication celebrating country living, faith, and animal stewardship. Set in a rustic, cozy farmhouse environment complete with colored pencils and grazing Highland cattle in the background, this presentation highlights the book's print-ready market appeal. Scope of Work & Execution Cover & Typographic Design: Integrated the custom hand-lettered "Kattle Krew" script logo alongside clean, elegant serif headings and introductory storytelling copy. Interior Page Layout: Typeset personal family reflections, heartwarming narratives, and detailed coloring line art into a cohesive, beautifully structured book layout. Product Presentation: Rendered a realistic 3D hardcover mockup to demonstrate physical publishing readiness for print-on-demand and commercial distribution platforms. Deliverables High-resolution 3D product mockup render for portfolio and marketing display. Print-ready cover and interior layout files.

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +2

Overview "Kattle Krew Coloring Book" is a heartfelt, beautifully crafted publication celebrating country life, faith, family, and farm stewardship. Featuring custom calligraphy branding and original coloring pages inspired by real-life moments around the family farm, this project highlights meticulous book interior design and publishing execution. Scope of Work & Execution Custom Typography & Branding: Designed the elegant, flowing "Kattle Krew" hand-lettered logotype, blending classic script aesthetics with rustic charm. Book Interior & Layout Design: Compiled and typeset personal narratives, family notes, and custom farm illustrations into a cohesive, intentional coloring book experience. Thematic Storytelling: Integrated warm storytelling elements—reflecting country life, raising Highland cattle, and cherishing timeless values—to connect deeply with readers and coloring enthusiasts. Deliverables Print-ready book interior and cover layout files. Custom hand-lettered logotype and vector assets. Digital publishing and distribution-ready formats.

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
  • +2

Overview This charming narrative illustration depicts a smiling young cowboy in a cowboy hat and western jacket kneeling companionably next to a resting, fluffy Highland cow. Tailored for children's coloring books, farm life activity collections, and animal-themed creative printables, this artwork combines engaging character warmth with detailed line work. Scope of Work & Execution Character & Animal Line Art: Custom hand-crafted vector line work capturing friendly expressions, intricate fur textures, layered western apparel, and relaxed animal posture. Composition & Balance: Carefully balanced focal points and open negative space optimized for young coloring enthusiasts and creative color blending. Publishing Optimization: Crisp, high-resolution black-and-white vector line art prepared to meet rigorous professional print-on-demand and digital publishing specifications. Deliverables High-resolution print-ready line art illustration (PNG/Vector format). Scalable asset files for children's book interior layout and digital collection integration.

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Colourist
  • +2

Overview This heartwarming narrative illustration captures a tender moment between a young cowboy and a fluffy Highland cow inside a festive barn decorated with holiday garland and a large bow. Designed for seasonal children's coloring books, holiday activity collections, and family-friendly printables, the artwork combines rich thematic details with clean, open line work. Scope of Work & Execution Seasonal Line Art & Character Design: Hand-crafted vector-style illustration featuring expressive character interaction, detailed western apparel, textured fur, and celebratory holiday decorations. Composition & Spatial Framing: Balanced foreground and background elements creating an immersive, cozy rural atmosphere optimized for coloring enthusiasts of all ages. Publishing Optimization: High-resolution, crisp black-and-white vector line work prepared to meet professional print-on-demand and digital publishing standards. Deliverables High-resolution print-ready line art illustration (PNG/Vector format). Scalable asset files for coloring book layout integration and holiday marketing campaigns.

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
  • +2

Overview This narrative coloring book illustration depicts a young cowboy in a cowboy hat and vest feeding hay to a majestic Highland cow by a rustic barn. Designed for children's storybooks, nature coloring books, and creative activity collections, the artwork balances rich textural detail with clean, open line work. Scope of Work & Execution Storybook Line Art & Character Design: Custom hand-crafted vector line work capturing character expression, detailed apparel textures, rustic wooden architecture, and animal anatomy. Composition & Spatial Depth: Balanced foreground and background elements creating a charming, immersive countryside atmosphere optimized for coloring enthusiasts of all ages. Publishing Optimization: Scalable, high-resolution line art prepared to meet rigorous print-on-demand and digital publishing standards. Deliverables High-resolution print-ready line art illustration (PNG/Vector format). Scalable asset files for coloring book layout integration.

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Digital Producer
  • +2

Overview This project showcases high-detail digital line art and intricate illustration design tailored for adult coloring books, nature collections, and custom print-on-demand merchandise. Featuring a majestic Highland cow set against a pastoral countryside background, the artwork emphasizes clean line work, texture, and engaging detail density. Scope of Work & Execution Illustration & Line Art: Hand-crafted precise vector-style line art focusing on animal anatomy, textured fur rendering, and environmental depth (fencing, bare trees, and background sunrise). Composition & Balance: Carefully balanced focal points to ensure optimal contrast, clean white space for coloring, and sharp edge definition at 300 DPI print standards. Digital Publishing Format: Vector-clean line work optimized for high-resolution publishing across digital coloring apps, physical print books, and specialty art prints. Deliverables High-resolution print-ready line art illustration (PNG/VECTOR format). Scalable asset files optimized for publishing and merchandise integration.

  • Artist
  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +2

A detailed two-page children's picture book spread titled "The Adventure of Making Things." This piece showcases a magical treehouse art market filled with diverse characters, glowing lanterns, and creative play. Diverse Character Design: Expressive, child-friendly characters engaged in creative activities. Rich Environment & Worldbuilding: Detailed scenery featuring a magical treehouse, art stalls, and whimsical background elements. Integrated Typography: Hand-lettered headline layout combined with readable body text for seamless storytelling. Sequential Narrative: Dynamic composition designed to guide young readers' eyes naturally across the double-page spread. Print-Ready Preparation: Standard picture book layout with accurate margins and bleed setup suitable for publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark). Primary Tag: Children's Book Illustration Secondary Tags: Picture Book Spread, Character Design, Storybook Art, Concept Art, Typography Layout

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
  • +2

"Through the glowing archways, the ancient secrets lay revealed. A world of light and life, once carefully concealed." This project showcases a fully typeset, double-page children’s book spread exploring an underwater fantasy adventure. It demonstrates professional narrative pacing, dramatic lighting effects, and seamless integration of text with atmospheric illustration. What Was Handled in This Project Worldbuilding & Environment Design: Created an immersive underwater kingdom complete with coral reefs, glowing ruins, sunken artifacts, and gentle sea life (a friendly sea dragon, schools of fish, and an octopus). Character Design & Interaction: Designed diverse young explorers in diving gear interacting dynamically with their environment and marine companions. Atmospheric Lighting: Harnessed deep blue oceanic tones contrasted with warm, golden light spilling from the ancient archway to draw the reader's eye across the spread. Typography & Typesetting: Formatted engaging title lettering ("Depths of the Deep Blue") and clean body text within custom-framed layout borders designed for children's literature. Print-Ready Preparation: Built with precise margins, bleed, and color calibration ready for standard publishing and self-publishing formats (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark). Primary Skill: Children's Book Illustration Secondary Skills: Two-Page Spread Layout, Storybook Design, Character Design, Concept Art, Typography Style Keywords: Fantasy, Underwater Adventure, Digital Painting, Whimsical, Narrative Art Tools Used: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Procreate

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +2

A vibrant, story-driven children’s picture book scene depicting everyday family life, humor, and curiosity. This artwork illustrates a grandfather grilling in his garden while two young children play playfully around the yard—one sneaking in through the open wooden gate and another reaching for a red ball on the lawn. What Was Handled in This Project Multi-Character Narrative: Designed diverse characters across different age groups (a stern yet loving grandfather, an adventurous young girl, and a playful toddler boy) with distinct facial expressions and dynamic poses. Textured Environment & Detail: Rendered a rich, cozy backyard setting featuring stylized wooden fencing, lush potted plants, smoke effects from the barbecue grill, and subtle wildlife (a squirrel in the tree and birds on the fence). Expressive Storytelling: Formatted the visual composition to direct the reader's eye across multiple micro-actions in the scene, encouraging young readers to discover small details on every read. Warm, Painterly Aesthetic: Combined soft textures with vibrant primary and natural tones to create a welcoming, nostalgic feel perfect for contemporary children's literature. Primary Skill: Children's Book Illustration Secondary Skills: Character Design, Digital Painting, Picture Book Art, Storyboarding, Visual Storytelling Style Keywords: Warm & Whimsical, Textured Digital Art, Family & Everyday Life, Picture Book, Storybook Tools Used: Photoshop, Procreate, Adobe Illustrator

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Comic Illustrator
  • +2

A warm, expressive children's book illustration showcasing gentle character design, natural lighting, and animal interaction. This piece depicts a young girl playing joyfully with friendly woodland creatures (a fox, rabbits, and a dog) near a river landscape under the shade of a large tree. What Was Handled in This Project Diverse Character Design: Designed a charming young female protagonist with expressive facial features and soft afro hair texture. Expressive Animal Art: Rendered lively, friendly animal characters—including a friendly red fox, playful rabbits, and a small dog—focused on building emotional connection and warmth. Scenic Landscape & Depth: Painted a lush outdoor setting with rolling green hills, a winding blue river, bright skies, and soft atmospheric lighting. Warm Color Palette: Utilized inviting warm tones and gentle digital lighting to create a cozy, heartwarming scene ideal for bedtime stories and early reader picture books. Primary Skill: Children's Book Illustration Secondary Skills: Character Design, Digital Painting, Storybook Art, Concept Art, Animal Illustration Style Keywords: Whimsical, Warm & Friendly, Digital Painting, Nature & Wildlife, Storybook Tools Used: Procreate, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator

  • Book Illustrator
  • Character Designer
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +2

A high-energy, vibrant vector illustration designed for early-reader picture books, educational materials, and cover art. This piece captures the magic of reading and literacy by blending imaginative character design with playful storytelling elements—featuring a young boy riding a gentle dinosaur through a forest filled with friendly creatures and floating books. What Was Handled in This Project Playful Character Design: Created a joyous, expressive child protagonist alongside a cast of colorful, non-threatening friendly monster/dinosaur companions tailored for toddlers and early readers. Vector Illustration Style: Used clean lines, bold geometric shapes, and a bright, high-contrast color palette to ensure artwork pops across digital screens and print pages. Literacy & Narrative Concepting: Designed the visual composition to emphasize adventure, reading, and exploration, making it ideal for educational publishers and authors. Layered Composition: Built depth using layered background elements (lush foliage, clouds, flying books) to keep young readers visually engaged. Primary Skill: Children's Book Illustration Secondary Skills: Vector Illustration, Character Design, Cover Art, Educational Illustration, Graphic Design Style Keywords: Bright & Playful, Flat Design, Vector Art, Whimsical, Cartoon Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Photoshop

  • Book Illustrator
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
  • +2

Project Concept: Narrative Storytelling and Whimsical Character Design "Narrative Portfolio: A Fall Into the Golden Fields" This project is a featured piece showcasing my ability to blend vibrant environment design with whimsical visual storytelling. It illustrates a key moment in a fantastical children’s narrative where tiny characters interact with a massive, dreamlike world of golden poppies. What Was Handled in This Project: Atmospheric Narrative Art: Developing a story-driven concept about scale and adventure. Digital Watercolor/Traditional Style: Executing a soft, painterly aesthetic with rich gold and nuanced gray textures. Character Interaction & Posing: Designing dynamic poses that convey movement and narrative connection. Typography & Typesetting: Integrating clear, hand-lettered fonts for the title and a playful body text for readability within a published context. Technical Skills Demonstrated: Character Design, Digital Illustration, Storyboarding, Print-Ready Layout. Children's Book Illustration Narrative Illustration Whimsical Art Digital Watercolor Character Design Storytelling Visuals Fantasy Art

  • Book Illustrator
  • Character Designer
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • +2

Work experience

Lead Illustrator & Book Publishing Specialist · Independent Publishing PracticeJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Manage end-to-end picture book production for international authors, including storyboards, character sketches, digital rendering, interior layout, cover design, and press-ready files. Format paperbacks and hardcovers for Amazon KDP and IngramSpark, with close attention to margins, spine widths, bleed, and print validation. Provide French and English proofreading, translation, and copy editing for children's books and instructional materials. Build automated client intake and publishing workflows with n8n and Make.com, reducing administrative overhead by 40%. Maintain structured milestone updates, proof reviews, and revision cycles for clients.

Children’s Book Illustrator · Freelance | Self-EmployedNov 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

I specialize in creating engaging, imaginative, and visually captivating illustrations for children's books. My passion is bringing stories to life through expressive characters, colorful scenes, and enchanting visual storytelling that capture young readers' attention and spark their imagination. I work to transform story ideas into meaningful illustrations that complement the narrative, convey emotions, and create memorable reading experiences for children. I focus on character development, scene composition, consistency, and age-appropriate visual design to help authors communicate their stories effectively. I am passionate about collaborating with children's authors, self-publishers, and publishing teams to create illustrations that make every story special. Let's bring your story to life, one illustration at a time!

Editorial & Graphic Layout Specialist · Self-Employed / ContractJan 2021 – Jan 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Designed marketing graphics, cover mockups, promotional assets, vector artwork, and character assets for authors, self-publishers, educational materials, early-learning content, and picture storybooks. Managed typographic hierarchy and multi-column grid layouts for digital and print publications, supporting clear communication and consistent visual presentation.

Education

Self-Taught Children's Book Illustrator · Independent Study and Professional Development2021 – 2026

Developed illustration skills through independent practice, creative exploration, and continuous learning. Focused on children's book illustration, character development, visual storytelling, colour, and creating engaging artwork for young readers.

Bachelor's Degree Program · Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Children’s Book Illustration – Self-Directed Training2023 – 2026

Focused on developing skills in children's book illustration, character design, visual storytelling, colour theory, and creative composition. Practiced creating engaging illustrations that bring stories to life, capture children's imagination, and enhance the reading experience.

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