Nataliia Kholodniak

Nataliia Kholodniak – Designer

Versatile 2D Artist & Children's Book Illustrator based in the UK. 6+ years experience, expert in Procreate & Adobe tools.

Overview

Hello, I'm Nataliia, a 2D Artist and children's book illustrator from Ukraine, now based in the United Kingdom. Over the course of my approximately 6-year career, I've developed a diverse skill set in illustration and design. Specifically, I specialize in creating enchanting illustrations for children's books, both for interior pages and covers. My attention to detail and ability to breathe life into stories visually make them more immersive for young readers. I also excel in crafting coloring book pages, ensuring an interactive and enjoyable experience for children.


Beyond children's literature, I bring my artistic prowess to various projects, including board games where I design illustrations and layouts to enhance the overall gaming experience. I've contributed to educational materials and presentations, providing informative and visually appealing illustrations. Additionally, my versatility extends to simple animation illustrations, adding dynamic elements to projects. Utilizing tools such as Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and more, I ensure a seamless preparation of illustrations for print and platforms like Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). In client interactions, I pride myself on offering a personalized touch, collaborating closely to understand and bring each unique vision to life. Whether it's vibrant children's book illustrations, board game layouts, or print materials, I approach each project with enthusiasm, delivering high-quality, visually stunning results tailored to your needs. I look forward to the opportunity to bring creativity to your projects.

Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Education & Reference Entertainment
Fiction
Middle Grade Middle Grade Fantasy Picture Books
Languages
English

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2015 — Present

I managing end-to-end processes for creating captivating children's books. My expertise lies in crafting illustrations and page interiors, designing covers, and preparing print-ready materials. Additionally, I excel in producing coloring book pages, illustrations for board games, and dynamic animations. Proficient in tools like Procreate and Adobe software, I ensure seamless page layouts and preparation for print, including optimization for Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP).

YOUTUBE CHANNEL "БОГАТЕЙШИЙ ДИ"

Sep, 2018 — Feb, 2022 (over 3 years)

I specialized in crafting engaging video preview images. Beyond this, I undertook additional responsibilities, including designing channel covers, book covers, icons, and various graphical elements, contributing to the overall visual identity and appeal of the channel's content.

7 SUMMITS (SPORTSWEAR STORE)

Feb, 2017 — Feb, 2022 (about 5 years)

With a strong foundation in graphic design, I've successfully designed and prepared print advertising materials, ensuring compelling visual communication. My expertise extends to creating impactful designs for web and social media, as well as producing print-ready content for outdoor advertising. Additionally, I possess experience in crafting dynamic short advertising videos, showcasing versatility in multimedia design.

VICONDA (WINDOW MANUFACTURER)

Dec, 2016 — Aug, 2017 (8 months)

I've excelled in the meticulous execution and preparation of advertising printing materials, such as stickers and flyers, ensuring impactful visual communication. Furthermore, I've demonstrated expertise in preparing print-ready content for diverse outdoor advertising mediums, including signs, window stickers, pillars, and banners, showcasing a comprehensive skill set in the field of visual communication and outdoor marketing.

VAASTU.EXPERT

Sep, 2016 — Nov, 2018 (about 2 years)

In my role, I've played a pivotal role in enhancing webinar experiences through the implementation of compelling graphic materials. This involved the strategic preparation and design of eye-catching social media banners, site banners, and complementary design elements tailored specifically for webinar landing pages. Additionally, I've leveraged my creativity to craft engaging short advertising videos, contributing to a visually cohesive and impactful online presence for webinars.

Portfolio

Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration Book Interior Design

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