I’m H M Rubel, an award-winning children’s book illustrator and visual artist with over a decade of dedicated experience bringing stories to life. I specialize in picture book illustration, character design, and soft, tactile visual storytelling—creating expressive characters, whimsical natural details, and engaging scenes that help young readers connect with every page.…

H M Rubel

I’m H M Rubel, an award-winning children’s book illustrator and visual artist with over a decade of dedicated experience bringing stories to life. I specialize in picture book illustration, character design, and soft, tactile visual storytelling—creating expressive characters, whimsical natural details, and engaging scenes that help young readers connect with every page.…

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I’m H M Rubel, an award-winning children’s book illustrator and visual artist with over a decade of dedicated experience bringing stories to life. I specialize in picture book illustration, character design, and soft, tactile visual storytelling—creating expressive characters, whimsical natural details, and engaging scenes that help young readers connect with every page.

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Language

Bengali
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Illustrator & Book Designer at Storybook Illustration Studio | Independent practice
January 1, 2016 - Present
Create complete full-bleed illustrations spreads, character model sheets, and cover art for 200+ published children’s picture book titles globally. Collaborate with authors and independent publishers from concept ideation through thumbnails, storyboarding, color scripting, and final delivery. Produce print-calibrated, pre-press ready files ensuring strict CMYK gamut compliance, bleed tolerances, and spine/bleed layouts for Amazon KDP and Ingram Spark. Develop book trailer animations and dynamic visual assets supporting author marketing campaigns and Kickstarter releases.
Freelance Commercial Illustrator at Independent clients & creative agencies
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Designed hand-drawn and digital mixed-media illustrations for early-reader educational series, coloring books, and editorial assets. Drafted custom character turnarounds and created expressive facial expression guides tailored to target age brackets (ages 2–5 and 6–9). Maintained a 100% on-time milestone delivery record across diverse time zones and international publishing deadlines.

Education

MFA at Khulna University
January 1, 2005 - December 30, 2007

Qualifications

Certified Graphics Design & Multimedia/Animation
September 1, 2002 - November 30, 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026
Advanced Digital Painting (training)
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026
Character Design & Children’s Book Craft (training)
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Visual Arts & Illustration
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026
Advanced Digital Painting
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026
Character Design & Children’s Book Craft
January 11, 2030 - September 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    Children story book whimsical illustrations and book cover design
    This portfolio showcases a collection of hand‑drawn, emotionally rich illustrations created for children’s storybooks. Each piece is crafted with patience, imagination, and a deep understanding of how art connects with young readers. The project includes: Character Design: Unique, whimsical characters that reflect diverse personalities and emotions, helping children relate to the story. Scene Development: Vibrant, detailed backgrounds that set the stage for magical adventures, from cozy bedrooms to enchanted forests. Cover Artwork: Eye‑catching book covers designed to spark curiosity and invite readers into the world of the story. Page Layouts: Thoughtfully composed spreads that balance text and imagery, ensuring readability while keeping the artwork engaging. Art Styles: A mix of watercolor‑inspired softness, playful cartoon tones, and warm hand‑painted textures tailored to each story’s mood. Creative Approach: Every illustration begins with sketches and storyboards, ensuring alignment with the author’s vision. Once approved, the artwork is carefully refined with colors, details, and formatting to produce print‑ready and KDP‑ready files. The goal is always to bring stories to life in a way that resonates with children, parents, and educators alike. Impact: These illustrations are more than visuals—they are storytelling tools. They nurture imagination, spark joy,…
    I will illustrate children whimsical story book illustrations
    This portfolio showcases a collection of hand‑drawn, emotionally rich illustrations created for children’s storybooks. Each piece is crafted with patience, imagination, and a deep understanding of how art connects with young readers. The project includes: Character Design: Unique, whimsical characters that reflect diverse personalities and emotions, helping children relate to the story. Scene Development: Vibrant, detailed backgrounds that set the stage for magical adventures, from cozy bedrooms to enchanted forests. Cover Artwork: Eye‑catching book covers designed to spark curiosity and invite readers into the world of the story. Page Layouts: Thoughtfully composed spreads that balance text and imagery, ensuring readability while keeping the artwork engaging. Art Styles: A mix of watercolor‑inspired softness, playful cartoon tones, and warm hand‑painted textures tailored to each story’s mood. Creative Approach: Every illustration begins with sketches and storyboards, ensuring alignment with the author’s vision. Once approved, the artwork is carefully refined with colors, details, and formatting to produce print‑ready and KDP‑ready files. The goal is always to bring stories to life in a way that resonates with children, parents, and educators alike. Impact: These illustrations are more than visuals—they are storytelling tools. They nurture imagination, spark joy,…