Mariana O. – Designer

About Me

Hi, I’m Mariana—a children’s illustrator specializing in bright, joyful art for picture and board books. Originally from Brazil and now based in Europe, I bring stories to life with a playful, expressive style that resonates with young readers. I’ve worked with authors and publishers around the world to create engaging books for children.

📙My Process

The illustration process is divided into four key stages:

1️⃣ Sketching: The early phase where ideas, concepts, and rough sketches take shape—no colors or effects yet.

2️⃣ Coloring & Final Art: Once sketches are approved, I apply colors, lighting, shadows, and all necessary details.

3️⃣ Cover Illustration & Lettering: After the interior art is complete, I design the cover and create the title lettering. Once approved, everything is finalized and delivered in high resolution.

4️⃣ Book Design: I lay out the text and prepare print-ready files, following the specific guidelines of the author’s chosen printing service.

📌 Important Notes:

▪️The fees include 2 revision rounds per phase of illustration and 3 in the design phase; extra revisions cost $20 per correction.

▪️Final File Review: The author is responsible for carefully reviewing all materials before the final files are sent to print, or, if preferred, hiring a professional to handle this step. This ensures the files are fully aligned with expectations and ready for book production, helping to avoid errors in the printed version. The designer is not responsible for the final proofing.

▪️I don’t create animations.

▪️ My schedule opens based on availability—I work on a maximum of two books at a time to give each project my full attention.

I’d love to bring your vision to life—let’s create something incredible together!