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

Krisztina Márkus

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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

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.
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.
Graphic Designer at Silicium Graphic Studio
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Designed corporate branding materials and visual content for advertising campaigns.
Illustrator at Freelancer
January 1, 2001 - Present
Worked on various projects providing illustration services including digital, pixel, and vector art.

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
    3d popup Cute Movable-Element Greeting Card with Ice-Skating Santa and Reindeer

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    A charming, interactive greeting card featuring Santa Claus ice‑skating joyfully alongside his playful reindeer. The hand‑drawn, movable elements bring the winter scene to life, making the card delightful for both children and adults. Perfect for holiday gifts, festive mail, or anyone who loves whimsical Christmas illustrations with a touch of magic and motion.

    Animals in Many Styles

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    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.

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

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    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

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    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.

    Soft Pastel Memories and the Gentle Presence of Grandpa

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    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.

    Illustrated Pencil Packaging Design for Kids

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    A playful and colorful pencil packaging concept created specifically for children. The design features friendly characters, vibrant illustrations, and a fun visual style that captures kids’ imagination. Ideal for school supplies, creative gift sets, or educational product lines. The packaging aims to make drawing tools more engaging and inspiring for young artists.

    Kids’ Sticker Set for Fun and Engaging Marketing Campaigns

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    A vibrant and playful sticker collection designed specifically for children-focused marketing. Bbold colors, and friendly shapes. Perfect for brand promotions, product packaging, event giveaways, loyalty programs, or educational campaigns.

    Loose Digital Sketch Character Illustrations – Playful, Expressive Children’s Art Portfolio

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    A vibrant collection of loose digital sketch illustrations featuring playful, expressive characters in bold colors and dynamic shapes. These quick, energetic drawings highlight personality, movement, and emotion—ideal for children’s books, activity books, educational materials, and creative storytelling projects seeking a fresh, spontaneous visual style.

    Grayscale Fantasy Children’s Book Illustrations – Atmospheric Storybook Art Portfolio

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    A collection of expressive grayscale children’s book illustrations featuring fantasy landscapes, emotional character moments, and atmospheric storytelling. Includes snowy forest scenes, magical towers, and narrative character interactions—ideal for publishers seeking engaging, high‑contrast storybook art for middle‑grade readers.

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

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    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.

    Retro Crayon Jungle – Naive Children’s Book Illustration inspired by Put Me to the Zoo

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    A playful, retro‑style crayon illustration featuring a bright jungle scene with bold colors and naive textures. A child stands near a shimmering river under an oversized orange sun, surrounded by palm trees and rolling yellow hills. A friendly pink jungle animal sits by the water, adding a whimsical focal point to the composition. The artwork captures the charm of old‑timer children’s books with its simple shapes, lively colors, and hand‑drawn crayon aesthetic — perfect for energetic, imaginative stories.