Illustration Highlights
Inspiring Storyteller. Children's Book Illustration
date. 2021
objective. "I Can Be ANYTHING From A to Z" is a fun story about Zaina who takes her parents on a journey of all the things she dreams of being. We created the character design for Zaina and her two parents; and each page was portraying Zaina as a different career professional. The goal was to make the images engaging & fun to look at, so the reader could envision themselves in those roles!
my role(s). Illustrator . Creative Graphic Designer . Lead Concept Artist . Book & Print Layout
goals. The client really wanted to focus on the beauty of Zaina and her spirit and enthusiasm as she dreams about possible careers. The goal was to keep Zaina always excited and happy and fully engaged in each page. The colors are bright, the details are fun, and the biggest goal was to create a character & color palette & look at little girls AND boys could feel connected to!
Little Travelers Club. Illustration & Marketing
date. 2021 - 2022
objective. Creating characters & setting & style for a new children's book series based on exploration of different states. The process included creating the logo & branding of the Little Traveler's Club, character concepts, illustration of settings per State, layouts of publication, print prep, marketing assets for digital and print marketing, etc.
my role(s). Illustrator & Creative Director . Character Concept Artist . Marketing Designer . Collaborator
ToySmith . Illustrative Toy Packaging
date. 2021 - Present
objective. Design packaging layouts based on brand guides, product images, and within die-lie specifications set by client. Flipst Dragon also required character concept illustration.
my role. Graphic Designer . Illustrator . Packaging
goal. Create eye catching packaging design & displays; illustration of scenes & background as well as characters based on product. *
**All design rights and usage belong to ToySmith