PROBLEM: Illustrate and format a 32-page children's picture book called "What Would Grammy Say?" containing 16 rhymes about manners. Work with the author, Kathy Peck Nestell, to develop concepts and character designs.
SOLUTION: I first conducted research relevant to the story’s genre and current trends in children’s literature to generate illustration concepts and aesthetics. I also discussed various ideas with the author, who wanted the book to appear playful, humorous, and bold.
I then produced several rounds of character designs and sketches which were finalized and approved through author feedback. I also created a vibrant color palette to help maintain visual consistency across each rhyme and spread.
I illustrated all 32 pages of the story, in addition to the covers, in full-color using pencil and watercolor brushes in Procreate, and also arranged the layout in InDesign. I designed and formatted all book typography in Illustrator and InDesign, and prepared the files for printing. The book will be published by Palmetto Publishing in 2025.
SOFTWARE:
Procreate
Illustrator
InDesign