Kelsey Marshalsey

Kelsey Marshalsey – Designer

Illustrator with a whimsical and dynamic style paired with idyllic settings. Cover design, book formatting + picture books. Lover of texture

Overview

Hey! I am super excited to work on your picture book, cover art or book formatting needs!


I’m a freelance illustrator and graphic designer from Ontario, Canada with a love and passion for what I do. My work is whimsical and dynamic that keeps things interesting and engaging. Each illustration is often paired with an idyllic setting. I am always looking for new fun ways to compose an illustration and love when a picture can take the lead in telling the story. Capturing your vision and essence is what I do best.


When we work together I want to make everything as streamlined as possible. I will walk you through what you can expect with me and make sure we are on the same page always throughout the project. It’s my goal to make this as stress-free for you as possible.


I can’t wait to help bring your vision to life.

Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Parenting & Families
Fiction
Middle Grade Middle Grade Fantasy Picture Books
Languages
English
Certifications
  • Graphic Design Degree

Work experience

Self-employed

Apr, 2016 — Present

Responsible for all design work that includes books, puzzles, cards, prints, pins and other stationary goods that are geared at babies and children - ideal for activities, decor and more! Kelsey has created multiple illustrations, hand-lettered and typographic solutions and layout and formatting. She also has brought all the 3 self-published books through to print.

Portfolio

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
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Always, Always, Always

Nixon, Audrey Copenhaver

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Going Outside

Madsen, Emma

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
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Made of Magic

Vasan, Anjana

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
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All My Colors

James, L T

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
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My Doggie Best Friend, Z

Mariano, Angelo

Illustration
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Emily and Gran: Beyond the Garden Gate

Scott, Tilly

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Animal ABC’s

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management

Kelsey has 10 reviews

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Angelo M.

Angelo M.

May, 2023

Kelsey was a pleasure to work with. Her experience with other steps involved in publishing a book was invaluable for someone going through the process for the first time. Would highly recommend.
Kami B.

Kami B.

Apr, 2023

Kelsey was excellent to work with. She helped me with processes I wasn't sure about and was responsive and competent with specific requests of mine. She was flexible, creative, and adapted to varied needs.
ana L.

ana L.

Feb, 2023

Kelsey is exceptional in every way! From start to finish, our project went smoothly. She is organized yet flexible and accommodating. The final product was delivered early and exceeded expectations. The professional experience she brings to the table is just as good as her illustrative talents. I will be continuing to work with her in the future. Highly recommend!
Lynn H.

Lynn H.

Feb, 2023

I had another excellent collaborative experience working with Kelsey doing layout for my new version (in Spanish) of my picture storybook-- ChokWaka and the Moon Tales. Kelsey is creative, flexible and fun to work with and was more than patient as I worked in a process of seeing things and then making revisions to improve the appearance and flow in layout on each page. I enjoyed the ov...
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Lilian T. J.

Lilian T. J.

Jan, 2023

Kelsey was an absolute joy to work with. She added her own ideas and listened to my preferences and desires to create something truly wonderful.

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