17+ Best Comics & Graphic Novel Book Illustrators for Hire in the United States

Carl

Portland, OR, USA

I'm a writer and illustrator with over a decade of experience with publishers like Simon and Schuster, Archie and IDW. Let's talk!

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Comics Non-Fiction, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Peter

West Chester, PA, USA

Passionate about using my illustration and graphic design skills to enable clear communication. Seeking to work with other creatives.

Genres: Action & Adventure, Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Gaming & LitRPG, Fantasy, Humor & Comedy, Military Science Fiction, Science Fiction, and Art.

Work experience:

Zenda Consulting
Eulerity
Self-employed

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Catherine

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Versatile cartoonist and award-winning Illustrator, specializing in colorful and bold digital Illustrations!

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Humor & Comedy, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, and Picture Books.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Future House Publishing
Previously Pluto Games

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Arvin

South San Francisco, CA, USA

I draw book covers, illustrations & sequential art. From Kid Lit to Adult Horror, I make striking images that pack a storytelling punch!

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Middle Grade, Children's, Middle Grade Fantasy, Horror, and Thriller & Suspense.

Work experience:

Akili Interactive
Zynga
Digital Eclipse Systems Incorporated

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Ashley

Chicago, IL, USA

I'm an agency Sr. Art Director with a MFA in creative writing. Background in illustration and branding. Designed 40+ books for Reedsy.

Genres: Humor & Comedy, Fiction, Poetry, LGBTQ Fiction, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, and Mystery & Crime.

Work experience:

Write Bloody Publishing
NPR - Austin, TX
Gap Online
Ladders
Democratic National Committee
Bully Pulpit Interactive

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Jessica

Portland, OR, USA

I have specialized in humorous illustration for about 19 years. I love working with both publishers and self-publishing authors.

Genres: Nature, Non-Fiction, Humor & Comedy, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Middle Grade, Home & Garden, and Comics & Graphic Novels.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Lauren

Miami, Florida, USA

Hello, I am an artist, illustrator, and designer. I love nature and specialize in drawing fantastical creatures.

Genres: Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Nature, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Florida Sea Grant
University of Floirda
Florida Museum of Natural History
Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

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Marta

New York City, NY, USA

Graphic artist & animator in NYC. I work in TV and film, but my love for books brought me here.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Women's Fiction, Entertainment, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Shannon

Stamping Ground, Kentucky, USA

I'm an illustrator and graphic designer with over 25 years of professional experience in games, comics, and book publishing.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels and Fiction.

Work experience:

Lawton Printing
Bassett&brush Design
Outland Entertainment

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Rose

Pasadena, CA, USA

I help engage young and young-at-heart readers with visually inspiring illustrations and fun characters in whimsical environments.

Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Picture Books, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Comics & Graphic Novels.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Marci

New York, NY, USA

I have been working in the children’s publishing industry as an Art Director for over twenty years.

Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Middle Grade, Children's, Middle Grade Fantasy, Picture Books, Chick Lit, Women's Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, and Romance.

Work experience:

Disney Publishing Worldwide
Self-employed

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Matthew

Knoxville, TN, USA

Hello! I'm an award-winning Illustrator and cartoonist ready to help good people do good things with bold, colorful, and whimsical designs.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Humor & Comedy, Short Story, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Comics Non-Fiction, Nature, Middle Grade, and Children's.

Work experience:

Digital Brew
Elastic Pictures

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Michael

Panama City, FL, USA

Published sci-fi illustrator and concept designer. I specialize in crafting dynamic, immersive worlds for entertainment media.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Military Science Fiction, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic, and Space Opera.

Work experience:

Echtra Games
Gala
Certain Affinity
Rooster Teeth

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Geoffrey

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Nautilus Books Gold Award Winning Illustrator. Games, comics, books, graphic design, you name it, I've done it!

Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Picture Books, Comics & Graphic Novels, Gaming & LitRPG, Fantasy, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Humor & Comedy.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Point Park University
YR Media

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Alexandra

San Jose, California, USA

Freelance Illustrator, passionate about telling stories and celebrating cultures through bold and colorful illustrations.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Cultural & Ethnic, Nature, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Middle Grade, Children's, Comics Non-Fiction, Music, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Middle Grade Fantasy.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Anthony

Centerton, AR, USA

Self-taught comic illustrator with a sharp sense of humor and a bold manga-inspired style, dynamic action and brutal details.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Young Adult, Fantasy, Comics Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Art, and Humanities & Social Sciences.

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