Children's and Young Adult Book Illustration

Gabriella Antonicelli

(0)

Contact for pricing

About this service

Summary

I offer a complete illustration service for children's books, guiding clients through each stage from storyboarding to final illustrations. My unique approach combines creativity with collaboration, ensuring that every detail reflects your vision while engaging young readers with vibrant, captivating visuals. With a focus on character development and tailored feedback, I create a seamless and enjoyable process for bringing stories to life.

Process

Phase 1: Text and Idea Collection

Gather Client Information

Receive the manuscript or story outline from the client, including themes, target audience, and key messages.

Clarify Ideas

Discuss any specific elements the client wants to incorporate, such as characters, settings, and overall style.

Collect reference materials or inspirations the client has in mind.

Create Storyboard

Develop a storyboard that outlines the sequence of illustrations based on the text and ideas gathered.

Include initial concepts for characters and settings that align with the client’s vision.

Phase 2: Illustration Creation

Sketching

Produce rough sketches for each illustration based on the approved storyboard.

Focus on composition, character poses, and key visual moments.

Client Review of Sketches

Present the sketches to the client for feedback and make necessary adjustments based on their input.

Final Illustrations

Create polished, detailed illustrations based on the approved sketches.

Ensure consistency in style, color, and overall aesthetics.

Final Review and Revisions

Present the completed illustrations to the client for final approval and make any last-minute adjustments as requested.

Final Delivery

Prepare and deliver the final files in the required format for printing or digital distribution.

FAQs

When will my illustrated book be delivered?
The delivery timeline depends on the project's scope, but you can typically expect your illustrated book to be completed within 8-12 weeks after the final approval of the storyboard and character designs.

What's included

Deliverables for Children's Book Illustration Project
Visual Storyboard Description: A comprehensive visual storyboard that outlines the narrative structure, key scenes, and character placements throughout the book. This serves as the foundation for the illustrations. Format: PDF. Quantity: One complete storyboard. Revisions: One round of feedback and adjustments.
Character Design Package
Description: A detailed character design package featuring sketches, color palettes, and various expressions for each main character. This ensures that characters are engaging and visually appealing to young readers. Format: High-resolution digital files (PNG or JPG). Quantity: Designs for up to five main characters. Revisions: One round of feedback.
Draft Illustrations
Description: Preliminary illustrations for each page, showcasing layout and composition. This allows for early feedback on the visual direction before finalizing. Format: High-resolution digital files (PNG or JPG). Quantity: Drafts for all pages of the book (typically 24-32 pages). Revisions: One round of feedback.
Final Illustrations
Description: Polished, high-quality illustrations for each page of the book. These final images will be vibrant and captivating, ready for print or digital publication. Format: High-resolution digital files (TIFF or JPG). Quantity: Illustrations for all pages of the book (typically 24-32 pages). Revisions: One round of feedback. By providing these deliverables, I aim to ensure a smooth and collaborative process, resulting in a beautifully illustrated children’s book that brings your story to life.

Example projects