Young Children's Cartoonish Picture Book Illustrator

I am looking for a talented illustrator to bring to life my picture book intended for young children aged 4-7 years. The book has a focus on themes surrounding animals and nature, and I would like the illustrations to be in a light-hearted, cartoonish style that will appeal to this age group. Key Requirements: - Cartoonish style of illustration - Experience illustrating for young children's books - Ability to depict animals and nature in an engaging way - Creativity in bringing everyday themes to life in a cartoonish style Your work will be instrumental in capturing the imagination of young readers, so a passion for children's literature and understanding of their visual preferences is a plus. Please provide a portfolio of relevant work with your application.