Tiago Mota

Tiago Mota – Designer

Professional award winner cover designer and illustrator. With experience working for publishers — like Penguin Random House.

Overview

As your book cover designer and illustrator, working with me promises a collaborative and personalized experience. I prioritize understanding your book's essence, target audience, and unique vision to ensure the final result resonates with potential readers and stands out in the market.


With extensive experience in design and illustration, I bring a wealth of skills to every project. My proficiency in industry-standard software and design principles enables me to create covers that are not only visually captivating but also commercially effective.


My approach combines creativity with market insights, ensuring your final book is both beautiful and strategically designed to attract readers. Together, we'll craft something that elevates your book's presence and makes a lasting impression.


Regarding book covers:


I usually send you at least 3 concept covers so you have a wide range to choose from, and we can work together to find the one you like the most.


Please let me know if you have any questions. I'm happy to help!

Services
Fiction
Children's Classics Contemporary Fiction Literary Fiction Romance
Languages
English
Awards
  • Shortlisted for BIG National Prize 2023
  • Bertrand’s Best Children’s Book 2023

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2019 — Present
Experienced book cover and interior book designer.

Self-employed

Jan, 2019 — Present
Award-winner illustrator. I do mostly children's books but I also have experience in different styles — such as editorial.

Tiago has 2 reviews

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CA G.

CA G.

Jan, 2025

Tiago is wonderful. Kind, thoughtful and committed, he has a very keen sense of colour and balance. I really love the book cover that he made for my novel. From the tint of colour and the proportions right down to the thickness and roundness of the font. I highly recommend working with him.
Andrea G.

Andrea G.

Aug, 2023

Tiago is a lovely, perceptive and extremely talented artist. His work on my children's book is nothing short of spectacular. I love our conversations because he understands exactly what I am looking for and translates it into the work. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Tiago M.
Andrea is a very sweet, talented and respectful person. I highly recommend that you work with her.

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