Overview
Hey there! I'm Olha Tkachenko, a Toronto illustrator who loves creating magical worlds for children's books!
Born and raised in Ukraine, my art bursts with bright colors, playful patterns, and a touch of Eastern European flair.
Whether it's realistic characters, fantastical creatures, or funny cartoons, I can bring your story to life! I use all sorts of cool tools, from classic paints and pencils to digital magic.
I love working with authors and publishers to make their vision a reality. We can brainstorm ideas together, and I'm happy to make changes until you're thrilled with the illustrations.
I offer a minimum of two rounds of edits for sketches and one for the final artwork, so you can be sure everything looks just perfect!
Most importantly, I have a blast creating fun and colorful illustrations that make kids smile. Let's work together and bring your next children's book to life!
Services
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Non-Fiction
Awards
- Hiii illustration 2020
Work experience
Self-employed
● Illustrated, designed and prepared for printing more than 25 children’s books in 3 years
● Led the creative process during the concept development phase for each project including, research, brainstorming, character development, freehand sketches, client audits and corrections, design and layout, etc.
● Contributed to the development of style guides, and adhered to style guides in print and digital work
● Produced a variety of illustration styles and assets to be used for print and digitally
● Reviewed and implemented client feedback, ensuring alignment with branding and creative direction
● Followed production pipeline, ensure art is created and integrated into products efficiently
Portfolio
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