Elephant illustrations for book

Illustrator is needed in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Looking for an illustrator who can draw a number of different elephants for a book I am writing. Must be able to illustrate elephants with noticeably different characteristics, emotions and personalities based on information I will provide.

4 different elephants, 1 rooster, 1 rat and 2 squirrel.

Initially looking for small profiles of each of the above for the beginning of the book.

Want the illustrations to be colorful. I’m looking for a more of an Asian touch. Simplicity, touches of color, with illustrations that do not have hard boarders.

I am the manager of this project since I am the author of the book.

I am still in the editing phase so the work could start soon. No end date yet.

Ideally would like someone close by me in Chiangmai, Thailand. Someone who has first hand experience with elephants or who can come and spend time with them.

Not sure how many illustrations in total since this may depend on book publisher.

Are you looking to pay or is this a collaboration?
Pay to hire someone

Is this ongoing work or a one off job?
One-off specific project or job

What is most important for this job?
Quality