Hello! I’m Olanrewaju Gift, a passionate and experienced children’s book illustrator with over 8 years of professional experience bringing stories to life through captivating visuals. I specialize in transforming ideas into vibrant, emotionally engaging illustrations that spark imagination and connect deeply with young readers. Whether you're an author, publisher, educator, or brand, I help you turn your vision into a beautifully illustrated reality. What I Offer I am highly versatile and can illustrate in multiple styles, including: • 3D Illustration • 2D Cartoon Style • Disney-Inspired Style • Pixar-Inspired Style • Watercolor (Traditional & Digital) • Hand-Drawn Illustration • Painted Watercolor • Comic Style • Character Design • Faith-Based Illustrations • Storyboarding Why Clients Love Working With Me ✔ 8+ Years of Specialized Experience in Children’s Illustration ✔ Strong Understanding of Storytelling & Visual Narrative ✔ Expressive Characters Full of Emotion & Personality ✔ High-Resolution, Print-Ready & Publishing-Ready Files ✔ Clear Communication & Professional Workflow ✔ On-Time Delivery ✔ Collaborative & Friendly Process Perfect For: • Children’s Storybooks • Picture Books • Early Reader Books • Educational Materials • Faith-Based Books • Character Branding • Animated Story Content If you’re looking for an illustrator who combines creativity, experience, and professionalism — I’d love to work with you. You can also checkout my portfolio's Send me a message today, and let’s create something magical together!…

OLANREWAJU GIFT

Hello! I’m Olanrewaju Gift, a passionate and experienced children’s book illustrator with over 8 years of professional experience bringing stories to life through captivating visuals. I specialize in transforming ideas into vibrant, emotionally engaging illustrations that spark imagination and connect deeply with young readers. Whether you're an author, publisher, educator, or brand, I help you turn your vision into a beautifully illustrated reality. What I Offer I am highly versatile and can illustrate in multiple styles, including: • 3D Illustration • 2D Cartoon Style • Disney-Inspired Style • Pixar-Inspired Style • Watercolor (Traditional & Digital) • Hand-Drawn Illustration • Painted Watercolor • Comic Style • Character Design • Faith-Based Illustrations • Storyboarding Why Clients Love Working With Me ✔ 8+ Years of Specialized Experience in Children’s Illustration ✔ Strong Understanding of Storytelling & Visual Narrative ✔ Expressive Characters Full of Emotion & Personality ✔ High-Resolution, Print-Ready & Publishing-Ready Files ✔ Clear Communication & Professional Workflow ✔ On-Time Delivery ✔ Collaborative & Friendly Process Perfect For: • Children’s Storybooks • Picture Books • Early Reader Books • Educational Materials • Faith-Based Books • Character Branding • Animated Story Content If you’re looking for an illustrator who combines creativity, experience, and professionalism — I’d love to work with you. You can also checkout my portfolio's Send me a message today, and let’s create something magical together!…

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Hello! I’m Olanrewaju Gift, a passionate and experienced children’s book illustrator with over 8 years of professional experience bringing stories to life through captivating visuals.

I specialize in transforming ideas into vibrant, emotionally engaging illustrations that spark imagination and connect deeply with young readers. Whether you’re an author, publisher, educator, or brand, I help you turn your vision into a beautifully illustrated reality.

What I Offer

I am highly versatile and can illustrate in multiple styles, including:

• 3D Illustration
• 2D Cartoon Style
• Disney-Inspired Style
• Pixar-Inspired Style
• Watercolor (Traditional & Digital)
• Hand-Drawn Illustration
• Painted Watercolor
• Comic Style
• Character Design
• Faith-Based Illustrations
• Storyboarding

Why Clients Love Working With Me

✔ 8+ Years of Specialized Experience in Children’s Illustration
✔ Strong Understanding of Storytelling & Visual Narrative
✔ Expressive Characters Full of Emotion & Personality
✔ High-Resolution, Print-Ready & Publishing-Ready Files
✔ Clear Communication & Professional Workflow
✔ On-Time Delivery
✔ Collaborative & Friendly Process

Perfect For:

• Children’s Storybooks
• Picture Books
• Early Reader Books
• Educational Materials
• Faith-Based Books
• Character Branding
• Animated Story Content

If you’re looking for an illustrator who combines creativity, experience, and professionalism — I’d love to work with you.
You can also checkout my portfolio’s

Send me a message today, and let’s create something magical together!

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Technical Illustrator at Multimedia/Content Studios
January 1, 2019 - Present

Education

Bachelor of art at Obafemi Awolowo University
February 16, 2019 - February 16, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe certified illustrator
May 2, 2024 - May 10, 2030

Industry Experience

Other
    uniE621 The Jungle Friends’ Big Adventure
    The Jungle Friends’ Big Adventure is a short children’s picture book illustrated in a vibrant 3D Disney cartoon style, featuring three playful animal characters — Miko, the mischievous monkey with bright brown eyes; Pico, the cheerful tropical parrot; and Tuli, the gentle baby elephant. The story follows their playful journey through a colorful tropical jungle, discovering hidden paths, sparkling waterfalls, flower-filled clearings, and magical sunset views. The illustrations are semi-stylized 3D, balancing charm and expressiveness while maintaining a polished, cinematic look. Each page highlights unique environments, allowing for diverse compositions while keeping the characters’ design consistent across the adventure. Key skills demonstrated in this project: Character design and consistency across multiple dynamic scenes 3D environment illustration with depth, lighting, and texture Storytelling through expressions, poses, and interaction with the environment Cinematic lighting and vibrant color palettes to convey mood, magic, and joy The project emphasizes friendship, adventure, and playful curiosity, engaging young audiences while showcasing cohesive character design and vibrant 3D visual storytelling. It is a portfolio-ready showcase of skills in children’s illustration, 3D character work, and imaginative scene creation. illustrator graphicdesigner…
    uniE621 A City Made of Home
    A City Made of Home is a gentle children’s picture-book project that explores family, belonging, and the quiet beauty of everyday city life. The story follows a mother, father, and their two children as they move through familiar streets, parks, and evening lights, discovering that home is not a place, but the love they share with one another. The project is illustrated in a soft watercolor style, using hand-painted textures, loose brush strokes, and a warm pastel color palette. City elements—buildings, streets, windows, and parks—are intentionally softened and simplified to create a calm, comforting atmosphere that mirrors the emotional tone of the story. Light plays an important role throughout the illustrations, guiding the viewer from morning to evening and reinforcing the sense of warmth and togetherness. This project demonstrates a strong focus on visual storytelling, emotional pacing, and character connection. Each page is composed to feel intimate and peaceful, allowing young readers to slow down and absorb both the imagery and the message. The cover illustration brings these elements together, presenting the city as a nurturing backdrop rather than a busy environment. Role: Story concept, character design, illustration, and cover artwork. A City Made of Home showcases the ability to create cohesive children’s book illustrations that balance narrative, mood, and visual harmony—making it suitable for picture books, portfolios, and publishing presentations. illustrator graphicdesigner…
    uniE621 A Bright Day in Maple City
    A Bright Day in Maple City is a heartwarming children’s picture book created to inspire confidence, kindness, and self-expression in young readers. The story follows Leo as he navigates a joyful day in Maple City, discovering that being himself is his greatest strength. This project was carefully developed with a strong focus on emotional storytelling through visuals. Each page illustration emphasizes clear character actions, expressive facial emotions, and gentle body language to help young children easily connect with the story—even without reading the text. The illustration style is soft, child-friendly, and non-caricature, ensuring the characters feel natural, warm, and relatable. Color choices were intentionally bright and inviting to reflect the uplifting tone of the story while maintaining visual balance suitable for early readers. Special attention was given to: Consistent character design across all pages Age-appropriate proportions (no exaggerated or caricature features) Clear visual storytelling through expressions and movement Print-safe composition, including proper spacing and layout awareness Cover design with clean title placement and professional credit alignment This project demonstrates my ability to transform a simple narrative into a visually engaging children’s book, ready for publishing and portfolio presentation. illustrator graphicdesigner…
    uniE621 The Forest That Learned to Listen
    The Forest That Learned to Listen is a children’s picture-book project set in a vibrant, enchanted forest where nature and friendship work hand in hand. The story follows three animal friends—Ollie the Bear, Lumi the Rabbit, and Tiko the Monkey—who notice when their forest grows quiet and come together to help restore its balance. Through teamwork, care, and attentiveness, they learn that listening is just as important as acting. The illustrations are developed in a 3D Disney-inspired cartoon style, featuring expressive characters, cinematic lighting, lush environments, and warm, saturated colors. Each scene is designed to feel immersive and emotionally engaging, with facial expressions and body language playing a key role in storytelling. The forest itself acts as a living character, shifting from quiet stillness to joyful energy as the story unfolds. This project highlights strengths in character design, environment design, and visual storytelling, with a strong focus on mood, pacing, and emotional clarity for young readers. Each page is carefully composed to guide the viewer through the narrative while maintaining consistency in style, lighting, and atmosphere. Role: Story concept, character development, illustration, and cover design. The Forest That Learned to Listen demonstrates the ability to create engaging, family-friendly children’s book illustrations that combine narrative depth with polished, market-ready visuals suitable for publishing and portfolio presentation. illustrator graphicdesigner…
    uniE621 The Night the Lights Learned to Smile
    "The Night the Lights Learned to Smile” is a heartwarming children’s story designed for ages 4–8, celebrating friendship, kindness, and the magic of everyday moments. The story follows Theo, a curious and gentle boy, his joyful friend Luna, and their loyal dog Milo as they discover that even flickering lanterns can shine brightly again—with a little teamwork, courage, and heart. Illustration Style: The illustrations embrace a whimsical, storybook aesthetic with cinematic lighting, vibrant colors, and a soft magical glow. Inspired by Pixar-style 3D animation, the visuals focus on expressive faces, cozy fantasy townscapes, and a dreamy, heartwarming atmosphere. Every character, scene, and lantern-filled street is carefully crafted to evoke wonder, warmth, and joy. Key Features: Three main characters: Theo (curious and kind), Luna (joyful and imaginative), Milo (loyal and playful) 6 fully illustrated pages capturing key story beats Enchanting visual style that combines whimsical storytelling with cinematic depth Cover illustration highlighting the title and the magic of the story Focus on emotion and narrative through light, color, and character expression Purpose: This project demonstrates skill in children’s book illustration, character design, and storytelling through visuals. It showcases the ability to craft a cohesive visual narrative while maintaining a playful, magical style that engages young readers. Role: Concept, story development, character design, illustration, and cover art – all executed with a unified visual theme to create an enchanting, market-ready children’s book experience. illustrator graphicdesigner…