Illustrating is a neverending adventure, an exploration of different worlds.

Krisztina Márkus

PRO

Illustrating is a neverending adventure, an exploration of different worlds.

Available to hire

Illustrating is a neverending adventure, an exploration of different worlds.

Language

English
Advanced
Hungarian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2014 - Present
Working on a variety of freelance projects including book illustrations, advertisements, and digital content. Focused on creating engaging visuals that tell a story and meet client specifications.
Teacher at Pétőfi Sándor Primary School
September 1, 2018 - Present
Instructed students in Mathematics and Art, creating engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking.
Illustrator at Freelancer
January 1, 2001 - Present
Worked on various projects providing illustration services including digital, pixel, and vector art.
Graphic Designer at Silicium Graphic Studio
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Designed corporate branding materials and visual content for advertising campaigns.

Education

Master's Degree at JATE University, Hungary
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

DTP Operator Course
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods
    Tooth Fairy Park – A Monster With Bad Breath

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A playful concept world where tooth‑fairies live in a quirky amusement‑park‑like land.
    Each fairy has a distinct personality, outfit and a beaver sidekick who is obsessed with his perfect teeth.
    Their enemy is a dragon‑like monster whose rotten, black‑holed teeth and magical bad breath cause chaos across the park.
    The style is simple, quick, low‑budget friendly — ideal for animation pitches, children’s content or character development phases.

    Pencil & Ink Character Styles

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A collection of traditional pencil and ink works, including architectural motifs and expressive character designs. The engraving‑inspired linework highlights classical hand‑drawn techniques, with an emphasis on structure, gesture, and personality. These illustrations reflect a timeless visual approach suitable for literary classics and refined book projects.

    The Time‑Dwell — Middle Grade Fantasy Illustration Project

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A fully realised middle‑grade fantasy book project, featuring character portraits, world‑building elements, and atmospheric visual motifs. The sepia‑toned illustrations, framed compositions, and classical fantasy aesthetics reflect a coherent visual universe developed for the published novel. This tabló presents key characters, emblematic creatures, and narrative settings, demonstrating the ability to design and illustrate an entire book world from concept to final artwork.

    The Secret Garden — Conceptual Style Direction

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A curated collection of conceptual visual references assembled to explore the possible atmosphere, tone, and stylistic direction for a new edition of The Secret Garden. These images are not my own illustrations, but serve as an initial mood and concept guide, highlighting themes of renewal, hidden spaces, and lyrical garden imagery. This starting concept plan is intended to support early discussion and can be developed into multiple refined visual directions based on the needs of the project.

    A Middle‑Grade Fantasy Adventure Grayscale digital ( Age 8-12)

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A fantasy world designed for early teens, filled with caricatured characters, awkward situations, and special color palettes that shift with the story’s mood. Adventures, dangers, constant challenges, friendships, questions, and mystery shape this world at every turn.
    The tale follows a special girl who was born to be a… well, that part stays secret until you’ve read the entire series of her history.
    And of course, it’s all about discovering wonderful characters and a brand‑new world.

    The Time Dwell – Cursebreakers Series Book One Middlegrade Classical Fantasy Age 8-12

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    The story unfolds in a color‑rich, classical middlegrade illustration style: warm, hand‑drawn pencil work, expressive characters, and detailed fantasy elements that blend everyday Budapest with whimsical, time‑twisting magic. The visuals echo traditional children’s adventure books—vibrant palettes, dynamic poses, soft textures, and playful steampunk hints—creating a world that feels both nostalgic and freshly imaginative.

    Friendly Hand-Drawn Animal Illustration for Children’s Books (Ages 3–8)

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    This friendly, hand-drawn oil pastel illustration features charming animal characters designed for children’s picture books for ages 3–8.
    The warm textures, bright colors and expressive details create a playful, comforting atmosphere that supports early childhood storytelling.

    Perfect for publishers seeking gentle, character-driven artwork for picture books, early readers, and educational materials.

    Noah’s Ark – A Joyful, Warm‑Hearted Crew of Animals and Their Everyday Little Troubles

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A bright, playful oil‑pastel illustration of Noah’s Ark, where a cheerful crowd of animals lives through their sweet, everyday “owner‑style” troubles with warmth and humor. Elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras and other quirky characters squeeze together on the colorful ark, each with their own tiny dramas — a lost fish, a curious hippo, a giraffe who always takes up too much space. Amid the joyful chaos, a gentle figure releases a dove with a green branch, bringing peace to the bustling, love‑filled animal family. The soft textures, warm colors and humorous details create a tender, story‑rich atmosphere that feels like caring for a whole zoo of lovable personalities.

    Animals in Many Styles

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A lively collection of animal illustrations showcasing a wide range of styles — from cute, colorful character designs to clean line‑based figures and more detailed, expressive sketches. Cats, dogs, birds, turtles and even a whimsical dragon appear in different visual moods, highlighting versatility in shape language, texture and personality. This collage celebrates experimentation, creativity and the joy of bringing animals to life across multiple artistic approaches.

    Soft Pastel Memories and the Gentle Presence of Grandpa

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    A tender digital‑pastel illustration series capturing the quiet magic of an afternoon nap and the soft echo of a grandfather’s memory. The main scene shows a cozy family moment on the couch — children drifting into a sleepy calm, a stuffed penguin tucked close, and the gentle, reassuring presence of an elder figure who feels both real and remembered. The two companion artworks expand this dreamy mood: children playing under a glowing night sky and walking toward a welcoming tree, as if stepping into the stories Grandpa once told. Together, these images blend warmth, nostalgia and the peaceful rhythm of childhood afternoons where rest, imagination and family memories live side by side.

    Lightful Travel & Lifestyle Vector Illustration – Joyful City, Village and Landscape Moments

    ![Kép](https://www.twine.net/signin

    This lightful travel and lifestyle vector illustration captures joyful city, village and landscape moments with warm colors and relaxed, expressive characters. The scene blends positivity, leisure and social energy, creating an uplifting visual mood. Ideal for editorial work, tourism projects and lifestyle‑focused storytelling that highlights brightness, exploration and everyday joy.