Nicole Hammerl – Designer

I am a published children’s book illustrator creating detailed, atmospheric watercolor worlds inspired by nature, animals, and the quiet emotional moments of childhood.

My aim is not simply to illustrate individual scenes, but to create a cohesive visual world for the entire book: recurring characters, believable environments, atmosphere, pacing, and details that reward a closer look.

I work traditionally in watercolor as well as digitally in a watercolor-based style, depending on the needs of the project. As an academically trained illustrator I aim for high quality and provide you a distinctive style which gives your book a timeless character and value.

Picture book projects with me start from 3000,- EUR + Reedsy fees. The fee includes the license for the illustrations to be used for the publication of the book in print and digital/ebook formats, as well as for the book's marketing and promotional purposes. This means you get every right you need, to produce and sell your book.

From the first visual development and character sketches to the final artwork, I work closely with authors to build a book that feels personal, timeless, and beautifully connected from page to page.

If you are looking for illustrations with a handcrafted, natural and emotionally resonant feel, I would love to hear about your story.