olha tkachenko - Designer
Children's book illustrator with rich experience in classic and digital illustration and design for children's books
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I am a Toronto-based illustrator. I specialize in children's books. I was born and got my artist's education in Ukraine and love to follow the Eastern-European tradition in my art using vibrant colors, patterns, and decorativeness.
I work with both classic realistic and cartoon styles and create picture books, educational textbooks, etc.
I use classic mediums (colored pencils, watercolors, pastels, ink&pen, etc.) as well as digital applications and offer the whole spectrum of the design services from sketches to preparing layouts ready for printing!
When working on a project I need to know as much as possible about the author/publisher expectation such as following real prototypes in creating characters, scenes. I prefer to work in collaboration with a designer or do both the design and illustrations. I offer up to two reviews and corrections of the sketches, one review, and correction of the final illustrations and a layout.
I fun of good stories for kids and love to work in creating nice vibrant illustrations!
I work with both classic realistic and cartoon styles and create picture books, educational textbooks, etc.
I use classic mediums (colored pencils, watercolors, pastels, ink&pen, etc.) as well as digital applications and offer the whole spectrum of the design services from sketches to preparing layouts ready for printing!
When working on a project I need to know as much as possible about the author/publisher expectation such as following real prototypes in creating characters, scenes. I prefer to work in collaboration with a designer or do both the design and illustrations. I offer up to two reviews and corrections of the sketches, one review, and correction of the final illustrations and a layout.
I fun of good stories for kids and love to work in creating nice vibrant illustrations!
Services
Languages
English
Fiction
Action & Adventure
Christian Fiction
Classics
Cultural & Ethnic
Fantasy
Picture Books
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits
Awards
- Hiii illustration 2020
Work experience
Illustrator/ Graphic designer
Self-employed
October, 2016
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Present
(almost 5 years)
● 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
olha has 6 reviews
Professionalism
Professionalism
Quality
Quality
Value
Value
Communication & Punctuality
Communication & Punctuality
Once again, Olha did a phenomenal job exceeded my expectations and produced incredible illustration. She is so easy to work with!!
Nicole Pierce, September 2021
Olha did an amazing job bringing my book to life! This is my second time working with her and she is talented, punctual, and flexible. Definitely work with her if you get the chance, you will not be disappointed!
Amit Rachman, June 2021
It has been a pleasure to work with Olha. She is incredibly talented. My book turned out amazing, better than I could have imagined. Her knowledge and advice were so helpful. She is professional, prompt, great communication. I am so grateful to have found her! I have already hired her to do my 2nd book. I cannot give her enough praises. I am thrilled with the final project and would recommend O...
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Nicole Pierce, June 2021
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Beautiful and masterfully finished illustrations.
Eki Eki, April 2021
Olha was a pleasure to work with! Would recommend.
Amit Rachman, April 2021
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