Practical guidance on picture-book illustration, preparing a brief, working with an illustrator and planning artwork for publication.
To hire a children's book illustrator, complete your manuscript, prepare a creative brief, and explore platforms like Reedsy, SCBWI, or Behance. Review portfolios for character consistency, request a paid sample, and sign a clear contract covering copyright, milestones, and deliverable formats before production begins.
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Learn how to draft a clear children's book illustration creative brief. Includes essential sections, technical specs, and a free ready-to-use template.
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Looking for a children’s book illustrator? Learn what to look for in a portfolio, how the illustration process works, and how to choose the right artist for your picture book.
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A clear, author-friendly guide to finding and commissioning a children’s book illustrator — from portfolio fit and briefs to schedules, revisions and rights.
Read article ↗A practical checklist for writing an illustration brief that gives an artist enough direction without over-controlling the visual storytelling.
Read article ↗What happens after you hire an illustrator? This walkthrough explains character development, thumbnails, sketches, feedback, colour and final book artwork.
Read article ↗What independent authors should prepare before commissioning picture-book artwork, including format, budget scope, print requirements, rights and schedules.
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