Hi, I’m Hema. I am a published childrens book illustrator. I work directly with authors to prepare their childrens stories for print on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, etc. I support with typesetting and formatting along with illustrations. My illustration style is expressive, warm, and kid-friendly focusing on cozy storytelling. ✨ What I Specialize In: ✅ Children’s picture books ✅ Chapter books with interior black-and-white illustrations ✅ Board books for toddlers ✅ Activity books (mazes, coloring, puzzles) ✅ Story-based educational books ✅ Book formatting for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and BookVault 🎨 Services I Offer: ✅ Full-page spread illustrations for storybooks ✅ Spot illustrations & vignettes for chapter books ✅ Illustrated activity pages (mazes, coloring, puzzles, etc.) ✅ Custom book cover design (front, back, jacket) ✅ Page layout and formatting for print-ready files ✅ Collaboration on story pacing, mood boards, and thumbnails 🧰 Tools I work with: - Procreate (for sketching and scene planning) - Adobe Photoshop (for final polish & coloring) - Adobe InDesign (for layout & typesetting - print ready files) - Google Drive (for organized delivery & feedback) - Miro (for collaborative visual reviews) (Happy to adapt to new tools based on project demands) 💬 What Authors Say about working with me: - “She truly gets the heart of the story.” - “Kind, insightful, joyful to work with.” - “I felt supported throughout - her process made everything easy.” I’ve illustrated over 12 published books - for authors in the US, UK, and India. I bring heart, skill, and structure to every project I take on. I’m proud to hold a Top Rated Plus badge and a 100% success score on Upwork since 2 years. When I’m not illustrating, I’m either in a chess match, lost in my coloring book, or flowing through a peaceful yoga session. If you’re looking for a top-rated plus and experienced illustrator who creates engaging children’s art, click the "Message" button to start a chat. I’d love to hear about your story. [Children's book illustration, character design, picture books, chapter books, board books, black and white illustration, activity book illustrator, book cover design, self-publishing, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, book formatting, children's stories, toddler books, educational book illustration, kids book illustrator, print-ready files, illustrator for hire]…

Hema Dubal Gami

Hi, I’m Hema. I am a published childrens book illustrator. I work directly with authors to prepare their childrens stories for print on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, etc. I support with typesetting and formatting along with illustrations. My illustration style is expressive, warm, and kid-friendly focusing on cozy storytelling. ✨ What I Specialize In: ✅ Children’s picture books ✅ Chapter books with interior black-and-white illustrations ✅ Board books for toddlers ✅ Activity books (mazes, coloring, puzzles) ✅ Story-based educational books ✅ Book formatting for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and BookVault 🎨 Services I Offer: ✅ Full-page spread illustrations for storybooks ✅ Spot illustrations & vignettes for chapter books ✅ Illustrated activity pages (mazes, coloring, puzzles, etc.) ✅ Custom book cover design (front, back, jacket) ✅ Page layout and formatting for print-ready files ✅ Collaboration on story pacing, mood boards, and thumbnails 🧰 Tools I work with: - Procreate (for sketching and scene planning) - Adobe Photoshop (for final polish & coloring) - Adobe InDesign (for layout & typesetting - print ready files) - Google Drive (for organized delivery & feedback) - Miro (for collaborative visual reviews) (Happy to adapt to new tools based on project demands) 💬 What Authors Say about working with me: - “She truly gets the heart of the story.” - “Kind, insightful, joyful to work with.” - “I felt supported throughout - her process made everything easy.” I’ve illustrated over 12 published books - for authors in the US, UK, and India. I bring heart, skill, and structure to every project I take on. I’m proud to hold a Top Rated Plus badge and a 100% success score on Upwork since 2 years. When I’m not illustrating, I’m either in a chess match, lost in my coloring book, or flowing through a peaceful yoga session. If you’re looking for a top-rated plus and experienced illustrator who creates engaging children’s art, click the "Message" button to start a chat. I’d love to hear about your story. [Children's book illustration, character design, picture books, chapter books, board books, black and white illustration, activity book illustrator, book cover design, self-publishing, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, book formatting, children's stories, toddler books, educational book illustration, kids book illustrator, print-ready files, illustrator for hire]…

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Hi, I’m Hema. I am a published childrens book illustrator. I work directly with authors to prepare their childrens stories for print on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, etc. I support with typesetting and formatting along with illustrations.

My illustration style is expressive, warm, and kid-friendly focusing on cozy storytelling.

✨ What I Specialize In:
✅ Children’s picture books
✅ Chapter books with interior black-and-white illustrations
✅ Board books for toddlers
✅ Activity books (mazes, coloring, puzzles)
✅ Story-based educational books
✅ Book formatting for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and BookVault

🎨 Services I Offer:
✅ Full-page spread illustrations for storybooks
✅ Spot illustrations & vignettes for chapter books
✅ Illustrated activity pages (mazes, coloring, puzzles, etc.)
✅ Custom book cover design (front, back, jacket)
✅ Page layout and formatting for print-ready files
✅ Collaboration on story pacing, mood boards, and thumbnails

🧰 Tools I work with:

  • Procreate (for sketching and scene planning)
  • Adobe Photoshop (for final polish & coloring)
  • Adobe InDesign (for layout & typesetting - print ready files)
  • Google Drive (for organized delivery & feedback)
  • Miro (for collaborative visual reviews)
    (Happy to adapt to new tools based on project demands)

💬 What Authors Say about working with me:

  • “She truly gets the heart of the story.”
  • “Kind, insightful, joyful to work with.”
  • “I felt supported throughout - her process made everything easy.”

I’ve illustrated over 12 published books - for authors in the US, UK, and India. I bring heart, skill, and structure to every project I take on. I’m proud to hold a Top Rated Plus badge and a 100% success score on Upwork since 2 years.

When I’m not illustrating, I’m either in a chess match, lost in my coloring book, or flowing through a peaceful yoga session.

If you’re looking for a top-rated plus and experienced illustrator who creates engaging children’s art, click the “Message” button to start a chat. I’d love to hear about your story.

[Children’s book illustration, character design, picture books, chapter books, board books, black and white illustration, activity book illustrator, book cover design, self-publishing, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, book formatting, children’s stories, toddler books, educational book illustration, kids book illustrator, print-ready files, illustrator for hire]

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Language

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Gujarati
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Children's Book Illustrator at Self-employed
March 5, 2023 - Present
I work as a children’s book illustrator, collaborating with authors and publishers to turn stories into print-ready books for young readers. Over the past few years, I’ve illustrated picture books, board books, chapter books, and educational children’s titles, with over 10 published books and several upcoming releases. What I do: • Children’s book cover illustration • Full-page spread and spot illustrations for picture books • Character design for kids • Visual storytelling and scene development • Illustration support for Amazon KDP, Ingramspark and self-publishing. • Creative consultation to help authors shape visuals, pacing, and mood I focus on warm, expressive, kid-friendly illustration styles that help children connect emotionally with stories. I also support authors early in the process with visual direction and practical guidance for publishing.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
March 1, 2023 - Present
Worked on 8 published books so far with 5 more in production. Specialization in creating friendly, whimsical and cute characters.
Illustrator (Remote) at LankyBox LLC
April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Illustrated for 10+ YouTube videos with consistent art style and standards; 250k+ views on the videos illustrated by me; Maintained smooth and constant communication with manager located in Poland.
2D Game Artist at Timeloop Technologies Pvt. Ltd
March 1, 2017 - March 31, 2022
Delivered and launched 15+ mobile game titles; Designed 2D Games and marketing art through concept, line art, coloring, and rendering. Worked on different art styles including 3D style, isometric, pixel art, flat colors, hand-drawn, and comic style. Directing a team of 3 artists and 2 animators.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering at Gujarat Technological University
May 1, 2012 - May 18, 2016

Qualifications

Mentorship at lightingmentor.com
September 1, 2024 - April 9, 2026
Force Mentorship (Gestures, Form, Shapes and Anatomy) with Mike Mattesi
October 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Digital Illustration with Procreate
January 1, 2023 - April 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    paper Set of 6 Gujarati Vocabulary Books

    Illustrated a set of 6 vocabulary books in Gujarati Language for various topics including colors, numbers, animals, Alphabet, Nature and fruits/veggies.

    These books are designed for the native Gujaratis tha are now living in the US.
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