I’m Tonia Tkach, a children’s book illustrator and surface designer with over 14 years of creative experience, including 6 years in the game design industry and an extensive freelance career. My passion lies in creating whimsical, detailed illustrations that bring stories to life — especially for picture books and children’s publishing. Skilled in both traditional and digital techniques, I work with watercolor, ink, mixed media, and vector & raster graphics to deliver artwork that feels hand-painted yet perfectly suited for print and digital use. I love building imaginative worlds, charming characters, and intricate details that captivate young readers and their families. I’ve collaborated with publishers, art directors, and brands internationally, and I’m always excited to bring new stories to life through illustration.

Tonia Tkach

I’m Tonia Tkach, a children’s book illustrator and surface designer with over 14 years of creative experience, including 6 years in the game design industry and an extensive freelance career. My passion lies in creating whimsical, detailed illustrations that bring stories to life — especially for picture books and children’s publishing. Skilled in both traditional and digital techniques, I work with watercolor, ink, mixed media, and vector & raster graphics to deliver artwork that feels hand-painted yet perfectly suited for print and digital use. I love building imaginative worlds, charming characters, and intricate details that captivate young readers and their families. I’ve collaborated with publishers, art directors, and brands internationally, and I’m always excited to bring new stories to life through illustration.

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I’m Tonia Tkach, a children’s book illustrator and surface designer with over 14 years of creative experience, including 6 years in the game design industry and an extensive freelance career. My passion lies in creating whimsical, detailed illustrations that bring stories to life — especially for picture books and children’s publishing. Skilled in both traditional and digital techniques, I work with watercolor, ink, mixed media, and vector & raster graphics to deliver artwork that feels hand-painted yet perfectly suited for print and digital use. I love building imaginative worlds, charming characters, and intricate details that captivate young readers and their families. I’ve collaborated with publishers, art directors, and brands internationally, and I’m always excited to bring new stories to life through illustration.

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Language

English
Advanced
Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator, Surface Designer & Stock Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creating market-ready artwork for international publishing, gaming and surface design. Published coloring books for major publishers; licensed work for Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, PatternBank, and Creative Market; delivered 3,000+ contracted works for Freepik; collaborated with Tonic Studios (UK) and Italian textile brands; two-year collaboration with Gallery: Coloring Book & Decor by Beresnev Games producing 500+ vector illustrations.
Game Artist | Concept Artist | Art Lead at Murka Games
December 31, 2016 - September 25, 2025
Designed game assets, characters, environments and promotional art in vector and raster formats. Led art direction on select titles and developed visual concepts for new projects; collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine art concepts.
Junior Architect at Gallery SAU
December 31, 2010 - September 25, 2025
Assisted in developing architectural concepts, creating detailed technical drawings, and preparing presentations for residential and commercial projects.

Education

Master’s Degree in Architecture at Prydniprovska State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet