Cartoonish Illustrations for Early Readers' Book

  • Status: Pending
  • Prize: $100
  • Entries Received: 246
  • Winner: RRamirezR

Contest Brief

Please note: I will not pick an AI design as a winner. If I rate your design and it's AI, it is only because the style, colors and layout are similar to what I am looking for and I want to give some inspiration to artists creating art! Again, I need on going high quality print worthy art. and again:

I would like 1 image that would span across 2 pages. It should be one scene with both girls based on the paragraphs below. Not looking for 2 individual images. Thank you! :)


I am in need of a 2 page spread example in a cartoonish style for a children's book aimed at Early Readers (5-8 years). The illustrations should convey a fun and playful mood, suitable for capturing the attention of young readers.

Ideal skills and experience include:
- Expertise in cartoonish style illustrations
- Experience working on children's book illustrations
- Ability to convey a mood through art
- Understanding of the Early Readers age group and their preferences
- Creativity in designing fun and playful scenes

PLEASE READ BEFORE ENTERING:

I would like the style/vibe similar to the cover I created below. I do not need the characters to be exact, I just want this kind of style. I would like the 2 page spread to describe the 2 Paragraphs posted below. It would be one image across two pages with one girl on the left page, one on the right page. The first paragraph text would go on the left page (top of page) and the 2nd paragraph would go on the right page (bottom right).

I am looking to partner with someone to hire for the entire book creation. Please only enter if you are able to continue working with me for the completion of the book.

Paragraphs
1. As the summer sun reluctantly slipped below the horizon, signaling the end of freedom, Nelly and Daisy's alarm clock buzzed to life like a caffeinated bee. Nelly, affectionately dubbed "Nervous Nelly" by her family, peeked out from her cozy blanket fortress that could rival a medieval castle. Her mind was racing faster than a cheetah on roller skates with thoughts of the first day back at school.


2. Across the room, Daisy, the fun-loving twin who could probably make a rock giggle, leaped out of bed with the energy of a firecracker on New Year’s Eve. Known for her boldness and humor, she also had a knack for turning ordinary situations into slapstick comedy—hence the family nickname, "Whoopsy Daisy." If clumsiness were an Olympic sport, she’d have a gold medal.


Thank you so much!

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Public Clarification Board

  • jhon065
    jhon065
    • 2 weeks ago

    beware Dear contest holder this @Huma U. woman is fake AI scammer she always targets new contest holder. there profile picture also fake. she collect this picture from Ai for attract for clients

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. KalliopeArts
      KalliopeArts
      • 5 days ago

      Finally someone else says it. Like #197 . She/he made an ai generated and made a fake sketch with a filter.

      • 5 days ago
  • mubin1150
    mubin1150
    • 1 week ago

    Hello there! Please check #220 , I've designed a children book cover front page for design ideas. Hope you will find your goals. Thank you. #extended #extended

    • 1 week ago
  • MRumais01
    MRumais01
    • 1 week ago

    Please check #215

    • 1 week ago
  • enriqueMatos
    enriqueMatos
    • 2 weeks ago

    Dear Contest Holder : your SAMPLE IMAGE ( cover ) is AI made ( I tested it )..... so are ALL entries .... a true illustration like your sample cover can be done, but with that much detail it would cost a lot more, however result would look original, non generic. Do you really need so many elements in the background ?

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. iamtarat121
      Contest Holder
      • 1 week ago

      Thank you for your input. I used ai for my sample since i am not an artist and i wanted to give a good idea of the style and colors i am looking for. I do not need all the same elements and am very open minded. I just wanted to get a feel for different options for my book illustrations. Thanks!

      • 1 week ago
  • reddmac
    reddmac
    • 2 weeks ago

    contest for AI generated?

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. iamtarat121
      Contest Holder
      • 2 weeks ago

      Im accepting all entries for style /color inspo but interested in full illustrations i can continue on in my book.

      • 2 weeks ago
    2. MyPrints
      MyPrints
      • 1 week ago

      So, if you are accepting all entries, even those Ai-generated scams, then im out of this..its a total waste of time..

      • 1 week ago
  • enriqueMatos
    enriqueMatos
    • 2 weeks ago

    Dear CH, To Verify ( it is obvious...........so many ENTRIES in seconds from same ACCOUNT…………..TRUE WORK takes time...... ....... but ... ) whether the "artwork" is AI-generated: https://www.aiornot.com https://sightengine.com/detect-ai-generated-images

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. iamtarat121
      Contest Holder
      • 2 weeks ago

      Thank you so much!!

      • 2 weeks ago
  • Omniaa22
    Omniaa22
    • 2 weeks ago

    Hi, hope you're having a great day! I just have a few questions, first I'd like to ask you about the dimensions because if I create the design in the wrong dimensions it will affect the print quality, also, do I have total freedom of changing the looks of the characters, do you mind if I make brand new character designs to reflect their character traits? And do you have any specific preferences for the text font and colors or do I have total freedom of picking whatever I like? Also feel free if you'd like to clarify any preferences you have so that I can create a design that you would love!

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. iamtarat121
      Contest Holder
      • 2 weeks ago

      Hi there! Thank you for your questions! This will be an 8.5×11 landscape format book. You can absolutely make your own characters and use different fonts. For colors i just would love it colorful.and vibrant! Thanks!!

      • 2 weeks ago
  • enriqueMatos
    enriqueMatos
    • 2 weeks ago

    Hello CH, I posted #180 , a SAMPLE of a true illustration of 2 girls, so you can see the difference with AI images . Please note true work takes a lot of time and knowledge, and a true artist must not compete against AI machines , let me know if interested in my work :)

    • 2 weeks ago
  • mrAnmolv
    mrAnmolv
    • 2 weeks ago

    All these images so far are made from AI. Please don't fall for them. Also, consider an entry if a real artist demonstrates their skills with different drawings made in the past.

    • 2 weeks ago
    1. mrAnmolv
      mrAnmolv
      • 2 weeks ago

      I would also like to ask that how many drawings are needed for this book?

      • 2 weeks ago
    2. iamtarat121
      Contest Holder
      • 2 weeks ago

      Hi Anmol! Thanks for looking out! I know they are mostly AI. I am being considerate of that, but still like the style of some of them so I will highlight as inspiration for actual illustrators. I know that sometimes you can still recreate AI characters in different positions, I just dont know how to do that. My book will probably be 30 pages and I would like each illustration to be one image across 2 pages with characters for each scene. I am new to book creation, so I am just checking out what's out there as my script is done now :) Thanks!

      • 2 weeks ago
  • roshnam
    roshnam
    • 2 weeks ago

    Please Check #48 #50

    • 2 weeks ago
  • graphixobd
    graphixobd
    • 2 weeks ago

    #46 Plz check and share your feedback. Thank you.

    • 2 weeks ago
  • yeamunraj12
    yeamunraj12
    • 2 weeks ago

    Please check my all entries

    • 2 weeks ago
  • yeamunraj12
    yeamunraj12
    • 2 weeks ago

    Please check

    • 2 weeks ago
  • jotaniyachirag2
    jotaniyachirag2
    • 2 weeks ago

    Hello sir please check #7 .

    • 2 weeks ago
  • gleydercaceres07
    gleydercaceres07
    • 2 weeks ago

    Hello, I hope you are well. I have reviewed your requirements well and I know that I can help you in this project. If you wish you can check my portfolio of designs, for any questions and details, contact me to discuss more about this project. Thanks greetings

    • 2 weeks ago

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