Emily House - Designer
I am a picture book author/illustrator. I love working with other authors, helping them bring their stories to life with my illustrations.
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Overview
I began my creative journey when I was in primary school - crafting stories, pictures and cards for my family - and friends and I've not looked back since!
From there I progressed to wedding stationery design and worked as a contemporary artist (with a brief stint in television production) before moving into the graphic design and illustration field. I took a seven-year career break to volunteer for an NPO providing design and marketing services as well as working as their creative producer for live events before returning to my first love: writing and drawing picture books for kids.
I've got experience of taking a book from concept, right through to production - and I love the process of bringing stories to life.
If you've got a story needing illustration and you think my style would suit, please do get in touch. I would love to chat to you.
From there I progressed to wedding stationery design and worked as a contemporary artist (with a brief stint in television production) before moving into the graphic design and illustration field. I took a seven-year career break to volunteer for an NPO providing design and marketing services as well as working as their creative producer for live events before returning to my first love: writing and drawing picture books for kids.
I've got experience of taking a book from concept, right through to production - and I love the process of bringing stories to life.
If you've got a story needing illustration and you think my style would suit, please do get in touch. I would love to chat to you.
Services
Languages
English
Fiction
Middle Grade
Picture Books
Work experience
Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer
Self-employed
June, 2015
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Present
(over 7 years)
Creative Producer
Thembalitsha Foundation
October, 2013
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April, 2015
(over 1 year)
Marketing and Communications Manager
Thembalitsha Foundation
October, 2006
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April, 2016
(over 9 years)
Freelance Designer & Illustrator
Self-employed
January, 2005
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September, 2009
(over 4 years)
Portfolio (2 selected works)
Earth Takes a Break: A modern fable inspired by real events
House, Emily, House, Emily
I LOVE YOU, FIORELLA, FLAWS AND ALL!
Cindy Bell
Fiorella and Mama Rose have a happy life until one day their guardian leaves them at an animal shelter. Feeling abandoned and unloved, Fiorella wonders what she has done wrong. She vows to change, believing it’s the only way to be adopted. Once she realizes being her imperfect self is enough, something wonderful happens. The tender story of I Love You, Fiorella, Flaws and All masterfully explo... read more
Emily has 2 reviews
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Communication & Punctuality
Emily exceeding my expectations, she was absolutely amazing to work with. Emily was highly professional and understanding of a new author who really was unsure of herself. I am so very grateful for her patience and expertise. The illustrations have created my book and I am so blessed that I chose her to work with. I would choose Emily every time, she helped me gain confidence in myself and answ...
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Patrice Turner, January 2022
I cannot begin to express how pleased I am to have had the opportunity to work with Emily. From beginning to end, she was a pleasure to collaborate with. She was always prompt and her illustrations are creative, whimsical, unique and colorful! She sprinkles the page with surprise details that you may not notice at first, but when you do, it brings a smile. Since she has a lot of experience, s...
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Cindy Bell, July 2021
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