Vibrant Illustrator for Children’s Adventure Book

Children’s Book Illustrator Needed – Warm, Bold, Modern Style I’m looking for an illustrator for a 32-page children’s picture book for ages 2–5. The book is called What Is Family? It follows a father and his young son as they hike through the mountains. Along the way, nature teaches them what family means through simple, heartfelt conversations with trees, rivers, birds, mountains, and other parts of the outdoors. The story is warm, adventurous, and emotional without being overly sentimental. The illustrations should feel joyful, safe, colorful, and timeless. Art Style I’m looking for illustrations that are: * Bold, vibrant colors (not muted or pastel) * Thick, clean outlines * Simple shapes with minimal detail * High contrast for young children * Modern and playful * Expressive characters with warm facial expressions * Beautiful outdoor mountain scenery without cluttered backgrounds The style should appeal to toddlers and preschoolers, similar to contemporary bestselling picture books. It should feel polished and professional rather than overly realistic or highly textured. Characters Ryan (Dad) * Mid-30s to early-40s * Athletic build * Kind, adventurous, approachable * Loving and playful Aidan (Son) * About 2 years old * Curious and expressive * Loves exploring nature * Small backpack is optional Deliverables * Front cover * Full interior illustrations for a 32-page picture book * Print-ready files (300 DPI) 20 x 8 inch spread * Source files * Character consistency throughout the book Contest For the contest, please illustrate one scene from the story. Suggested scene: Ryan and little Aidan standing on a mountain trail at sunrise, holding hands while looking out over colorful mountains. The feeling should be full of wonder, warmth, and adventure. This illustration will be used to select the winning artist for the complete project. Please include examples of previous children’s books or similar illustrations in your portfolio if available. I’m looking for someone who can create artwork that children immediately fall in love with and that parents will enjoy reading together for years to come. $500 project for full book once contest is won. Looking for completion in 1 week. Book pages 1-3 What is a family? Dedicated to your grandfather Tinker, who first showed us the mountains. --- One Morning One morning, when you were very small, I held your little hand and asked the mountains, "What is a family?" The mountains smiled. Birds were already singing. A tiny flower peeked from the rocks. "We've been waiting, little Aidan," they whispered. "Come climb with us. And we'll show you the way.” —— Blue Columbine "Blue Columbine, what is a family?" She wiggled her purple petals, bright against the gray rocks. "Family is being loved even when you're being silly." "But what if I'm really, really silly?" She twirled and giggled. "Then we'd love you even sillier.” Your family loves you just the way you are.

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