Olena Zheleznyak

Olena Zheleznyak – Designer

Children’s book illustrator & designer creating expressive characters with humour, emotion and storytelling through illustration and covers.

Overview

Hello, I'm Olena.

A children’s book illustrator and book designer with over 20 years of experience in children’s books. Professional background in illustration and print design, along with publishing experience, supports my work on illustration, cover design, character design, and illustrated interior elements from concept to final visuals.

My specialty is lively, expressive characters with humour, emotion, and personality, with a strong focus on visual storytelling that helps children connect with a story. Each project is adapted to different age groups and narrative tones through tailored visual style and character design. A full understanding of the publishing process from concept to print shapes the way projects are developed. Collaboration, clear communication, and attention to detail are central to every project, with respect for the author's vision. I look forward to helping bring your story to life!

Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Fiction
Humor & Comedy Middle Grade Middle Grade Fantasy Picture Books
Languages
English
Awards
  • Excellence Prize, International Contest “World Humor Awards” (2020, Italy)
Certifications
  • Specialist Degree (Master’s equivalent) in Graphic Illustration and Print Design Printing Institute, Faculty of Graphic Arts

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2008 — Present
Specialising in children’s book illustration and visual development. Collaborating with publishing houses and independent authors worldwide, creating illustrations, character designs, covers, and visual concepts for published books.

Baltia-DRUK PUBLISHING HOUSE

Jan, 2001 — Aug, 2008 (over 7 years)
Designed and developed visual concepts for photo albums, guidebooks, and other publishing projects, overseeing the creative process from concept development to print production.

Portfolio

Невермур

Джессіка Таунсенд

Vivat

Морріґан Кроу значиться в Реєстрі Проклятих Дітей. Її звинувачують в усіх можливих гріхах — від граду до серцевих нападів. Проте найгірше те, що Морріґан, згідно з прокляттям, приречена на сме... read more
Cover Design Typography
Морріґан Кроу та спокій — це як квіти, що ростуть зі снігу: хіба таке може бути? Тільки нещодавно вона з друзями пережила свій перший рік у Товаристві Дивообраних у Групі 919. Тоді, рік тому, ... read more
Cover Design
Дивосміт

Джессіка Таунсенд

Vivat

Пориньте в приголомшливі фентезійні пригоди чарівного світу міста Невермур. У другій частині Морріґан Кроу вже пройшла важкі випробування і приєдналася до омріяного Товариства Дивообраних, уті... read more
Cover Design
Cover Design Illustration
大禹治水 (Chinese Edition)

薛卫民编著

吉林出版集团股份有限公司

Cover Design Illustration

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