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Hi, I’m Nez Riaz, a children's book illustrator and visual storyteller based in Virginia. I bring characters and scenes to life with a warm, approachable style, collaborating with publishers and authors to craft expressive art that supports the story. I have illustrated multiple published children's books and worked on editorial brands like Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Home & Gardens. I enjoy blending traditional drawing with digital tools to deliver rich textures and clear communication across layouts.…Hi, I’m Nez Riaz, a children's book illustrator and visual storyteller based in Virginia. I bring characters and scenes to life with a warm, approachable style, collaborating with publishers and authors to craft expressive art that supports the story. I have illustrated multiple published children's books and worked on editorial brands like Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Home & Gardens. I enjoy blending traditional drawing with digital tools to deliver rich textures and clear communication across layouts.

NEZ RIAZ

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

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Hi, I’m Nez Riaz, a children's book illustrator and visual storyteller based in Virginia. I bring characters and scenes to life with a warm, approachable style, collaborating with publishers and authors to craft expressive art that supports the story. I have illustrated multiple published children's books and worked on editorial brands like Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Home & Gardens. I enjoy blending traditional drawing with digital tools to deliver rich textures and clear communication across layouts.…Hi, I’m Nez Riaz, a children's book illustrator and visual storyteller based in Virginia. I bring characters and scenes to life with a warm, approachable style, collaborating with publishers and authors to craft expressive art that supports the story. I have illustrated multiple published children's books and worked on editorial brands like Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Home & Gardens. I enjoy blending traditional drawing with digital tools to deliver rich textures and clear communication across layouts.

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Hi, I’m Nez Riaz, a children’s book illustrator and visual storyteller based in Virginia. I bring characters and scenes to life with a warm, approachable style, collaborating with publishers and authors to craft expressive art that supports the story.

I have illustrated multiple published children’s books and worked on editorial brands like Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Home & Gardens. I enjoy blending traditional drawing with digital tools to deliver rich textures and clear communication across layouts.

Skills

Book Illustration

Procreate

Editorial Illustration

Infographic

Adobe Photoshop

Experience Level

Book Illustration

Expert

Procreate

Expert

Editorial Illustration

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Children’s Book Illustrator at Painted Words

March 1, 2020 - Present

Illustrated books working with publishers like Simon and Schuster, Lee and Low, Barefoot Books, and more. Titles include My Name is Bana by Bana Al-Abed, Leena Mo, CEO by Deena Shakir, and Zain’s Super Friday by Hena Khan.

Brand Illustrator at DotDash-Meredith

July 1, 2019 - September 1, 2023

Designed and illustrated infographics and editorial illustrations for articles on various brands under DotDash media, such as Investopedia, VeryWell, and Better Homes & Gardens. Worked with editors to ensure clear communication in layout and design while adhering to brand specific styling guidelines.

Art Teacher at Dana Hall High School

September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022

Taught drawing, painting, and design classes for grades 9-12, developing curriculums catered to multiple skill levels with projects that engage the students while addressing art fundamentals and design theory. Classes included Studio Art, Drawing and Painting Levels 1-3, Creative Design (Fashion, Product, and Graphic Design), AP Studio Art, as well as other electives.

Private Art Tutor at Arts2You Private Art Tutor

September 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Curated 8-week lesson plans for independent and group lessons working in multiple mediums. Designed lessons specified to client’s personal goals, interests, needs, and age ranges.

Design Intern at Candlewick Publishing

September 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Researched and showcased potential illustrators for recently acquired Children’s Book manuscripts. Aided picture book development by scanning and digitizing original art, selecting fonts for final typesetting, and making physical book dummies for presentation.

Adult Gaming Intern at Hasbro

June 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017

Conceptualized and illustrated preliminary packaging designs for various games. Edited acquired designs to cater towards a wider audience and fit the brand.