My Grandad is a Fussy Eater

I am seeking an illustrator to work on my 500-word children’s book titled “My Grandad is a Fussy Eater.” The project involves creating 11 full-page, landscape illustrations, including the front cover, aimed at children ages 3 to 10. The book follows Grandad, Grandma, and their 7-year-old granddaughter as they explore foods Grandad enjoys or refuses, with a fun and family-oriented tone. Most scenes are set in the kitchen or dining room, with some outdoor and beach settings, and a recurring tomato sauce bottle on many pages. I would like bright, fun, and clear illustrations with expressive characters and clearly depicted foods. Key characters include an active and slim Grandad in casual clothes, a 7-year-old granddaughter with blonde curly hair who is often outdoorsy or in a ballet skirt, and an active Grandma in casual or sportswear. The final scene also features parents and a younger granddaughter. Scenes include activities such as making vegetable soup, a garden scene, a beach picnic, and a family sofa scene. The deliverables are high-resolution JPG/PNG and print-ready files in landscape format. The timeline for the project is flexible, and the budget is open as I am self-publishing.

Budget range:
Small project ($750 – 1,500 USD)

Examples:
Lynley Dodd book style - fun, clear

About the client
I am an active grandmother who has started writing children’s stories - but am unpublished as yet