Michael Batista

Michael Batista – Designer

Illustrator drawing comics and designing covers for Oxford University Press for 10+ years. New York Book Award for Best Cover Design 2018.

Overview

Have 10+ years of experience in illustration working for renowned publishing company Oxford University Press. I excel at taking complex ideas and communicating them with simple visuals. Also have a strong sense for graphic storytelling. Ability to draw anything, but exceptional skill at rendering people and likenesses. Passionate about books and storytelling.


I illustrate digitally and would describe my art style as being simple, striking, and bold. My art is also strongly influenced by the world of comic books.


***also eligible for work outside of manuscripts***

Services
Fiction
Comics & Graphic Novels
Non-Fiction
Comics Non-Fiction True Crime
Languages
English
Awards
  • New York Book Award for Best Cover Design 2018
Certifications
  • Minor in Studio Art

Work experience

Oxford University Press

Sep, 2013 — Present

Illustrating a series of 13 educational comic books (New York Book Award winning CrimComics). Thoroughly research and gather references to communicate compelling visual ideas within the narratives. Other responsibilities include comic book type design, preparing press ready files, cover design/illustration, making copy edits, approving proofs, and adherence to production schedule and deadlines. Responsive to creative feedback and art direction. Complete art reiterations as needed.

N/A

Oct, 2019 — Present

Conceptualize, design, and management of all stages of exterior and interior of four independently published art books. Created more than 100 illustrations spanning three artist sketchbooks and one coloring book. Coloring book audience aimed at Middle Grade and Young Adults. Independently market each book release.

Michael has 7 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Christopher B.

Christopher B.

Mar, 2024

Pinned
Absolute pleasure working with Michael .. the first of many projects im sure
Michael B.
Always enjoy connecting with like-minded creatives. Cheers to working on consecutive projects!
Christopher B.

Christopher B.

Mar, 2024

Pinned
pleasure working with Michael.. creative, took my ideas and ran with them. I look forward to more collaborations in the future
Nick F.

Nick F.

Dec, 2023

Pinned
In my experience, Michael responded fast, asked questions to further develop well thought out images for my book, and delivered on time as well as updates in between. Would recommend!
Michael B.
Working with Nick on his project was a great experience. His project was well thought out and he had clear thoughts about the illustrations he needed. He was responsive and easy to work with. Glad ...
Read more
Izzy G.

Izzy G.

Jul, 2024

Michael is an absolutely amazing artist to work with! They're incredibly talented, easy to talk to, and hardworking. Working on my piece, I had a vague idea of what I wanted. Michael was able to take even the most minute ideas I gave them and brought it to life in a way that went far above and beyond what I was expecting. I will definitely continue to work with them on future projects, and I...
Read more
Michael B.
Izzy was a treat to work with, and on top of that, his project is original and sounds fantastic! I feel like we have a lot in common and were on the same creative wavelength. They also completed mo...
Read more
Jayke P.

Jayke P.

Jul, 2024

Very good experience and a lot of effort put into the work with very good semi-frequent back and forths between me and the artist. Worked amazing for my work and look forward to future works.
Michael B.
Working with Jayke on their project was great! They had a strong sense of what they were looking for and were open to collaboration. Would absolutely work with them again!

Sign up to read more reviews

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

Professionals similar to Michael

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

Barry Bruner

Barry B.

I'm a designer, Illustrator, and animator working and living in beautiful Brooklyn, NY.

New York, NY, USA

100% reply rate

View profile
Christian Colbert

Christian C.

My name is Christian, and I am an all ages illustrator and cartoonist with over twenty years of experience in digital illustration.

Dearborn, MI, USA

67% reply rate

View profile
Adam F.

Adam F.

Book designer, illustrator and comics artist with +15 years' experience. Specialises in science books, fiction and comics.

Wrocław, Poland

100% reply rate

View profile