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

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
    paper 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.

    paper 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.

    paper Fantasy pencil illustration by Krisztina Markus – steamship concept art

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    A fantasy pencil illustration of a steamship, created by Krisztina Markus. Hand‑drawn concept art exploring atmosphere, storytelling, and visual world‑building.

    paper 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.

    paper 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.

    paper 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.

    paper Commercial Film Frames – Illustrated Booth Concept

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    This booth concept showcases illustrated reinterpretations of scenes taken from a company’s commercial film.
    Each artwork transforms a live‑action moment into a stylized drawing, highlighting the storytelling potential of frame‑by‑frame illustration.
    The stand layout emphasizes the connection between the original footage and the artistic translation, presenting a clear visual narrative of how film scenes can be adapted into expressive, character‑driven illustrations.
    The goal was to create an engaging exhibition space that demonstrates the versatility of illustration in branding, advertising, and visual communication.

    paper Urban Lifestyle Booth – 3D Concept Visualization

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    This project presents a 3D booth concept visualization featuring a vibrant illustrated urban scene.
    The design integrates stylized storefronts, characters, café elements, and iconic telephone booths into a cohesive stand environment.
    The 3D layout highlights how the artwork wraps around the booth structure, demonstrating spatial composition, depth, and visitor flow.
    The goal was to create an engaging, story‑driven exhibition space where illustration and physical form work together to attract and immerse visitors.