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Hi, I'm Mary Barrows, a freelance artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with a passion for creating vibrant and engaging artwork. I have been working independently since 2014, collaborating closely with authors and clients to bring their visions to life, especially in children's books, murals, and product labels. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and gouache, as well as digital art techniques. My background also includes managing projects from estimating costs and timelines to final approvals with clients. I'm always eager to apply my traditional and digital skills to creative projects and connect with others through art.…Hi, I'm Mary Barrows, a freelance artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with a passion for creating vibrant and engaging artwork. I have been working independently since 2014, collaborating closely with authors and clients to bring their visions to life, especially in children's books, murals, and product labels. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and gouache, as well as digital art techniques. My background also includes managing projects from estimating costs and timelines to final approvals with clients. I'm always eager to apply my traditional and digital skills to creative projects and connect with others through art.

Mary Barrows

Freelance Digital Illustrator, Children’s Book Illustrator, Illustrator, +2

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Hi, I'm Mary Barrows, a freelance artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with a passion for creating vibrant and engaging artwork. I have been working independently since 2014, collaborating closely with authors and clients to bring their visions to life, especially in children's books, murals, and product labels. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and gouache, as well as digital art techniques. My background also includes managing projects from estimating costs and timelines to final approvals with clients. I'm always eager to apply my traditional and digital skills to creative projects and connect with others through art.…Hi, I'm Mary Barrows, a freelance artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with a passion for creating vibrant and engaging artwork. I have been working independently since 2014, collaborating closely with authors and clients to bring their visions to life, especially in children's books, murals, and product labels. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and gouache, as well as digital art techniques. My background also includes managing projects from estimating costs and timelines to final approvals with clients. I'm always eager to apply my traditional and digital skills to creative projects and connect with others through art.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Mary Barrows, a freelance artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with a passion for creating vibrant and engaging artwork. I have been working independently since 2014, collaborating closely with authors and clients to bring their visions to life, especially in children’s books, murals, and product labels. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and gouache, as well as digital art techniques.

My background also includes managing projects from estimating costs and timelines to final approvals with clients. I’m always eager to apply my traditional and digital skills to creative projects and connect with others through art.

Skills

Book Illustration

Freehand Digital Illustration

Gouache Illustration

Pen and Ink Illustration

Watercolour Illustration

Experience Level

Book Illustration

Expert

Freehand Digital Illustration

Expert

Gouache Illustration

Expert

Pen and Ink Illustration

Expert

Watercolour Illustration

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Artist/Illustrator/Graphic Designer at Self Employed

August 1, 2014 - Present

Worked closely with authors and clients to create artwork for children’s books, chapter books, product labels, rubber stamps, murals, and other art-related projects. Used materials such as pen and ink, watercolor, gouache, and digital art. Developed project budgets, estimated timelines, and material costs. Submitted preliminary and finished artwork and project plans to clients for approval, incorporating changes as needed. Conferred with clients, editors, writers, art directors, and other interested parties regarding the nature and content of the artwork. Maintained portfolios to demonstrate various styles, interests, and abilities.

Child Care Worker at Kuddly Bear Childcare Center

August 1, 2014 - July 17, 2025

Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children. Promoted children’s emotional development by encouraging respect for others. Utilized games, toys, and books to develop and improve cognitive skills and physical abilities.

Head Custodian at Fredericktown Baptist Church

September 1, 2012 - July 17, 2025

Set up, arranged, and removed tables and chairs to prepare facilities for events. Kept custodial equipment and machinery in working condition. Cleaned restrooms, lobbies, classrooms, and other high-traffic spaces to meet sanitary regulations. Locked doors after operating hours and checked facilities for hazards prior to leaving.