Klara Kalko

Klara Kalko – Designer

Artist/ illustrator, book designer. I specialize in children's books, but am open to other genres (visual novels, poetry, non-fiction).

Overview

Hungary-based artist / illustrator and book designer. Originally from Ukraine. My styles: ink and watercolor, good ol’ pencils. I specialize in children's book illustration and books about animals, but am open to other genres, especially visual novels, poetry, and non-fiction. In addition to that, I have experience in cover art design, book interior design (closely familiar with KDP requirements), character design and cartoons. 8+ years of experience working in Adobe CC (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and a certificate in book design.

Services
Fiction
Children's Christian Fiction Comics & Graphic Novels Poetry
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Inspirational Nature Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English
Certifications
  • LinkedIn course in book design
  • College of Media and Publishing (UK) - editing and proofreading course

Work experience

Klara

Jul, 2018 — Present

Klara has 8 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Laura P.

Laura P.

Jun, 2024

Klara did a good job bringing my vision to life. Internet issues slowed down the completion of the project but overall she did a good job. She does beautiful work.
Klara K.
Thanks, Laura.
Dan M.

Dan M.

Jun, 2024

Klara is a wonderful artist, professional and person. She worked closely with me to develop an outstanding cover and watercolor portrait, as well as a great interior book design. I look forward to working with her again in the future!
Klara K.
Loved working with Dan. Definitely a person I'd want to collaborate with long-term, and an awesome client in so many ways. Thanks =).
Meghan K.

Meghan K.

Jan, 2024

Professional and responsive
Klara K.
Meghan is professional, very polite and clearly describes what she wants.
Kristina A.

Kristina A.

Sep, 2023

Klara delivered an incredibly artistic and detailed image of a phoenix bird rising out of the flames (as I asked), which was so beautiful. I am so happy with this image for my book and plan to work with her many times going forward.
Klara K.
Working with Kristina is an incredibly enjoyable experience. She's a great person to collaborate with. Room for creativity, clarity + flexibility (we discuss things and try several options, if nece...
Read more
Kristina A.

Kristina A.

Aug, 2023

Her illustration of a tiger staring at the reader takes my breath away. I sent her an idea for the image, but what she was able to create far exceeded my expectations!
Klara K.
Thanks =). I think we had the same idea in mind. Mission accomplished.

Sign up to read more reviews

Create a free Reedsy account to connect with Klara and thousands of other publishing professionals on Reedsy.

Professionals similar to Klara

Get a range of offers by requesting quotes from multiple professionals.

Caitlin Keegan

Caitlin K.

Hello! I'm an illustrator, designer, and author with 20+ years of publishing experience, including self-publishing.

New York, NY, USA

100% reply rate

View profile
Bobby Birchall

Bobby B.

Book designer based in London. Over twenty years experience in book design working with leading publishing houses and self published authors

London, UK

96% reply rate

View profile
Elif Boyacioglu

Elif B.

Illustrator with experience in creating illustrations and character designs for print. Open to exploring different styles and aesthetics.

Toronto, ON, Canada

100% reply rate

View profile