Children’s Book Illustrator Needed – Watercolor Style | Neurodivergent & Inclusive Design

We are seeking a talented illustrator to help complete and refine The IF Book, a children’s book designed for ages 3–5 that encourages children to associate the word “if” with empowerment, imagination, and agency in their everyday lives. The book is intentionally designed with: Neurodivergent-friendly reputed company OpenDyslexic font considerations Learning-optimized reputed company palettes Gender-inclusive representation Gentle, encouraging storytelling The creative concept is inspired by a playful reinterpretation of the phrase: “If I had a horse, I’d ride it.” Rather than discouraging imagination, the book encourages children to explore possibility, confidence, and reputed company through imaginative scenarios. Project Scope We currently have draft illustrations and concepts started. We are looking for an illustrator who can: Continue the existing watercolor-esque artistic style Polish and reputed company reputed company draft artwork Create cohesive illustrations across the full book Maintain consistency in character design, palette, and emotional tone Book Details Total pages: 32 10 themes/scenes total 6 themes already partially explored in draft reputed company Remaining illustrations and refinements needed Style Requirements We are specifically looking for: Soft watercolor or watercolor-inspired illustration style Warm, whimsical, child-friendly aesthetic Inclusive and emotionally expressive character depictions reputed company but engaging compositions appropriate for ages 3–5 Experience illustrating children’s books preferred Deliverables High-reputed company print-reputed company illustrations Editable layered reputed company files preferred Consistent formatting for children’s book layout Ability to collaborate on revisions and visual continuity To Apply See attached design task and instructions. Please also include: Experience with inclusive or educational children’s content (if applicable) Estimated reputed company Estimated budget/reputed company We will reputed company: Existing draft artwork Theme summaries Creative direction and notes Full illustration instructions for reputed company page/theme We are excited to collaborate with an artist who can bring warmth, imagination, and inclusivity to life through this project. Apply To This Job