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About me

I'm a creative freelance illustrator and designer with a passion for bringing children's stories to life through art. Over the years, I've specialized in children's storybook illustrations, book covers, and picture book design that captivate young readers and leave lasting impressions. My focus is on creating vibrant, engaging, and professional-quality artwork that helps authors, self-publishers, and educators share their stories with the world.

From storybook covers to full kids' book illustrations, I combine imagination, color, and storytelling to produce designs that are not only eye-catching but also ready for publishing platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and print formats. I understand that every project is unique, so I tailor each design to match your story's characters, themes, and vision.

If you're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented illustrator who can transform your ideas into polished, publish-ready artwork, you're in the right place. Let's work together to create children's books that inspire and delight!

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AvailabilityLooking for work

ContractFreelance

LocationMinna: Nigeria

Working locationsLafiagi: Nigeria, Chicago: United States, Barsbuttel

Skill LevelSenior, Director

LanguagesEnglish, spanish

Tagged Job TitlesArchitect Assistant, Screenwriter, Graphic Designer

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Skills

Illustration

Sector Experience

Digital (SEO, PPC, SEM...), Engineering

Awards

Big Chip Award

Trade Associations

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators

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