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

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Zucchini Just Want to be Eaten

Niemeyer, Rebecca

Rebecca Niemeyer Books

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
The Adventures of Jade and Wolf: The Jungle Safari

Zappacosta, Adriana

Brown Paper Fox

Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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Forever with Me

Evans, Meg

Mps Press

Illustration Book Interior Design
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Missy Moo the Highland Coo

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Brown Paper Fox

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Going Outside

Madsen, Emma

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

Nixon, Audrey Copenhaver

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
Old MacDonald's Spooky Farm

Marshalsey, Harry

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design Production Management
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Always, Always, Always Coloring and Activity Book

Nixon, Audrey Copenhaver

Tenten Books

Illustration
The Last Place She Looked

Dolny, Anne

Brown Paper Fox

Illustration Book Interior Design
Mrs. Claus Saves Christmas Day

McDaniel, Rachel

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
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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 Typography Book Interior Design
Around Scotland: Look and Find

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design Production Management
Cats & Dogs In Space: Colouring Book

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design Production Management
Dogs In Space Colouring Book

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design Production Management
Cats in Space Colouring Book

Marshalsey, Kelsey

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

Marshalsey, Kelsey

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design Production Management

Kelsey has 17 reviews

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Anita Kumar C.

Anita Kumar C.

May, 2025

Kelsey was amazing to work with. Not only did she elevate my story with her illustrations and design, she was a pleasure to collaborate with. Her communication style is effective and thoughtful. When we would meet to discuss the book, she was always open to hearing my thoughts and adapted what sh...
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Natalie H.

Natalie H.

Mar, 2025

Kelsey was able to create a character design and spread for my new book. It was wonderful to see her interpretation of the story and I am excited to continue to work with her on this project.
Anita Kumar C.

Anita Kumar C.

Mar, 2025

Kelsey has been so wonderful to work with. She's elevated the art of my book far beyond my imagination. She's also really easy to connect with and collaborate with, hearing my feedback and integrating it into the work. She's a pleasure to work with as well!
Becca N.

Becca N.

Mar, 2025

Kelsey is absolutely amazing, I am so thankful to have found her and been able to work with her! Her illustrations are wonderful, but she is also just so helpful, kind and responsive. In addition, she had everything completed promptly, even ahead of deadline most of the time. I would love to be a...
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Hillie J.

Hillie J.

Dec, 2024

Working with Kelsey was beyond my expectations—both in terms of results and communication! Kelsey is super responsive, keeping me updated throughout the process and making sure she fully understood everything before getting started. The final product was delivered at lightning speed, and it was a...
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