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Hi, I’m Megan Lockwood Shelton—a creative children’s book illustrator, painter, and author with a passion for whimsical, detailed art that’s age-appropriate for kids 3–6. I’ve published two picture books where I both write and illustrate, bringing forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters to life. I work across traditional hand-painted artwork and digital formats, carefully preparing high-resolution files for print and Amazon KDP. I’m known for consistent character design, strong visual storytelling, and a collaborative approach that thrives on long-term projects.…Hi, I’m Megan Lockwood Shelton—a creative children’s book illustrator, painter, and author with a passion for whimsical, detailed art that’s age-appropriate for kids 3–6. I’ve published two picture books where I both write and illustrate, bringing forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters to life. I work across traditional hand-painted artwork and digital formats, carefully preparing high-resolution files for print and Amazon KDP. I’m known for consistent character design, strong visual storytelling, and a collaborative approach that thrives on long-term projects.

Megan Lockwood Shelton

Illustrator, Writer, Children’s Book Illustrator, +1

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Hi, I’m Megan Lockwood Shelton—a creative children’s book illustrator, painter, and author with a passion for whimsical, detailed art that’s age-appropriate for kids 3–6. I’ve published two picture books where I both write and illustrate, bringing forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters to life. I work across traditional hand-painted artwork and digital formats, carefully preparing high-resolution files for print and Amazon KDP. I’m known for consistent character design, strong visual storytelling, and a collaborative approach that thrives on long-term projects.…Hi, I’m Megan Lockwood Shelton—a creative children’s book illustrator, painter, and author with a passion for whimsical, detailed art that’s age-appropriate for kids 3–6. I’ve published two picture books where I both write and illustrate, bringing forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters to life. I work across traditional hand-painted artwork and digital formats, carefully preparing high-resolution files for print and Amazon KDP. I’m known for consistent character design, strong visual storytelling, and a collaborative approach that thrives on long-term projects.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Megan Lockwood Shelton—a creative children’s book illustrator, painter, and author with a passion for whimsical, detailed art that’s age-appropriate for kids 3–6. I’ve published two picture books where I both write and illustrate, bringing forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters to life. I work across traditional hand-painted artwork and digital formats, carefully preparing high-resolution files for print and Amazon KDP. I’m known for consistent character design, strong visual storytelling, and a collaborative approach that thrives on long-term projects.

Skills

Watercolour Illustration

Character Design

Book Illustration

Experience Level

Watercolour Illustration

Expert

Character Design

Expert

Book Illustration

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Author & Illustrator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2023 - Present

Wrote and illustrated two published children's books, showcasing colorful hand-painted artwork and engaging storytelling. Created consistent, age-appropriate characters designed to captivate children ages 3–6. Prepared artwork for Amazon KDP, ensuring professional-quality files suitable for print and digital distribution. Collaborated with editors and readers to refine visuals based on feedback, balancing whimsical style with narrative needs. Built a growing portfolio of illustrations highlighting forest-inspired, magical, and animal-themed characters.

Freelance Artist & Illustrator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2020 - Present

Produced custom artwork and illustrations for children’s stories, educational materials, and personal commissions. Specialized in watercolor, mixed-media, and digital enhancements for high-quality print output. Designed imaginative backgrounds, fairy-tale settings, and consistent recurring characters across multiple projects.