Izabela Ciesinska

Izabela Ciesinska – Designer

Thoughtful book design for picture books and text-led nonfiction, combining typography, layout, and strong visual storytelling.

Overview

TEMPORARILY CLOSED TO:

Picture book illustration

OPEN TO:

*Picture Book design & layout

*Fiction & Nonfiction text-led book interior design & layout

*Book cover design & illustration (with supplied artwork)

*Book mockups

Hi, I’m Izabela — a book designer and award-winning illustrator.

I create books with a strong focus on visual storytelling and beautiful, thoughtful layouts. I specialize in children’s picture books and text-led nonfiction, helping authors turn their manuscripts and artwork into polished, professional books.

I’ve worked on nearly 100 books for authors and publishers including Oxford University Press, Concordia Publishing House, and Insight Editions. I’m also the author and illustrator of "The Little Donkey and God’s Big Plan," published by Ascension Press. My experience as an illustrator gives me a unique understanding of how words, images, and composition work together to create a finished book and cohesive reading experience.

Whether it’s creating the visual rhythm of a picture book or giving a manuscript a unique and engaging design, I consider it a privilege to turn each client’s creative vision into a book that looks and feels exceptional.

Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Fiction
Christian Fiction Middle Grade Picture Books
Languages
English
Awards
  • Creativepool Annual Awards 2022 - Silver Medal Award (for illustration)
  • Creativepool Annual Awards 2022 - People's Choice Award (for illustration)
  • Readers Favorite 2015 - Gold Medal (children’s book)

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2007 — Present
I design and illustrate books for authors and publishers, specializing in children’s picture books and text-led nonfiction. My work includes book interior design and layout, typography, cover design, and cover illustration.

Portfolio

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Claire and the Chatty Daisy

Charvat, Matt

BookBaby

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration
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Good Morning, Golf!

Peterson, Paige

Paige Peterson

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Papa's Boat

Peterson, Stacey A

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
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Mama's Cooking

Rosalind Reloj

Rosalind Reloj

When a new baby arrives, family and friends roll in with meals like a train. Miyah loves trying new foods, but so much change makes home feel strange. It's not the same without her favorite ch... read more
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Baby Sniper Lullaby

J. S. Hyde

Jentry Sahaydak

While on deployment, an excited father plans how he will share his life with his newborn daughter. He envisions a future where hide sites become secret forts, and Mils and MOA are used to teac... read more
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
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Strange & Divine: How God Edited the Story of Hagar and Still Edits Yours

Dorcely, James S.

James S. Dorcely Publishing

Cover Design Illustration
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Sky's Wacky Raindrop Rescue

San, Aizelle

Aizelle San

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
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Agent Ace: Young Spies, Hidden Powers, and a World to Save

Seeroo, Hayuu Kamaal

Hayuu Seeroo

Cover Design Illustration
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The First Yaqarian: Princess of Jesus

Yehanan, A.A

Cover Design Illustration
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Mission of the Maiden: The Hero Story of Joan of Arc (A Hero Is Chosen Book 2)

Labrise O.S.B., Brother Emmanuel

Saint Joseph Books

Illustration
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Reflections of an Uncommon Monk: Toward a Theology of Hero-Sainthood (A Hero Is Chosen)

Labrise, O.S.B., Br. Emmanuel

Saint Joseph Books

Illustration
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Time to Say Goodbye: Sharing Memories of our Furry Friends

Jackson, Leigh Miles

1517 Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration
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Daughter, You're Meant to Be YOU: Living Elegantly by the Holy Spirit

Low, Yvonne Sophia

ANGELSNDOVES

Cover Design Illustration
Tales of a Penny

Miles, Barbara

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Snugglebug

Lombardi, Jim

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
Gold, Frankie, and Myrrh

Schouest, Stacey G

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration

Izabela has 22 reviews

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Kendel O.

Kendel O.

Jun, 2026

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Working with Izabela was one of the most rewarding creative collaborations I have ever experienced. When I first began this project, I had a manuscript and a vision for how I wanted the book to feel, but I quickly realized that creating a book is about much more than simply placing words on a pa...
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Kristel S.

Kristel S.

Nov, 2025

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Izabela is amazing! She quickly understood my vision and delivered a beautiful, professional design that elevated the entire book. The cover is beautiful, the interior layout is clean and polished, and communication throughout the project was smooth and timely. I’m thrilled with the results and I...
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Matt C.

Matt C.

Sep, 2025

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Izabela Ciesinska is a true artist in every sense of the word. Her illustrations for Claire and the Chatty Daisy are not just beautiful; they are a masterclass in visual storytelling. As someone who has spent a lifetime in this industry, I can tell you that finding an illustrator who understands ...
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Rosalind R.

Rosalind R.

Jun, 2026

Absolutely perfect person for my project. Excellent communicator. Understands her craft. She was so kind working with me as a first time author. She knows the business and is glad to wall through step by step.
Jentry S.

Jentry S.

Jun, 2026

Izabela is an exceptional illustrator with a talent for bringing the heart of a story to life. She was able to understand and execute my vision, despite it being niche and technical, and the warmth that she breathed into every illustration is astounding. Beyond her artistic skill, she was a weal...
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