Emily Ruf – Designer

Hello! I’m an illustrator from Minneapolis, Minnesota, who is looking to shift my focus from personal studio work toward professional illustrations for book covers and interiors. In addition to album artwork, posters, large-scale paintings, and other commissioned work, I have created illustrations for indie/fantasy/sci-fi novels, and I look forward to working with more creative authors who welcome my unique aesthetic.💀🕸️🖤 100% of my illustrations are done by hand, most using black ink. This style works well for book interiors, as color interiors are more expensive to print, but I’m also open to incorporating small bits of color if it works well for your project. (Please see my samples below for a look at how a minimal use of color can affect the tone and mood of a project.) When you contact me about your work, I’ll respond with a few questions to determine if we’re a good match. (While I love colorful styles and digital designs, that isn’t where my strengths are; please don’t be offended if I tell you I’m not the right artist for your project.) If you’re looking for high-quality, hand-drawn, black-and-white illustrations for your publishing project, contact me today with your ideas. I look forward to helping you bring your story to life!