Stephanie Hofmann

Stephanie Hofmann – Designer

I am an experienced illustrator who loves the surreal and gothic and creates eye catching, bold covers and maps for YA and adult fiction.

Overview

I am a freelance illustrator with a degree in graphic design based in the UK.

I have done illustrations for animations, book covers, children books, textiles, greeting cards and many magazines.

I have a love of the surreal and gothic and would describe my style as bold, colourful, decorative and detailed, sophisticated, quirky, whimsical and sometimes humorous. I mostly work digitally. I am also very interested in motion design and animated book covers and enjoy handlettering.

Each new project is a labor of love for me and I always strive to make it the best as I can. I find nothing more satisfying than seeing a beautiful new illustration out in the world and making you, the client, happy in the process. I really enjoy coming up with concepts and am aiming to find the essence of each project in my visual language.

I am fluent in German as well as English.

'I love working with Stephanie, love how she always gives 200% to every illustration no matter how big or small.' Jeannine Saba, The Coventgardener

Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Nature
Fiction
Classics Contemporary Fiction Historical Fiction Magical Realism Women's Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English
Awards
  • Chicago Midwest Emmy 2021 for the animation Carrie Frost
  • Grand Prize Winner They Draw and Travel Special Places competition 2019

Work experience

Self-employed

Jul, 2016 — Present
I have worked with many clients big and small in publishing, advertising, textiles and TV since 2016. Many of them work with me on a regular basis. A few select clients are: Brigitte Mom, Breathe Magazine, Eltern, Feelunique, Galison, Laviva Magazine, Like the Wind, Inpact Media, PBS Wisconsin, The Coventgardener, The Lancet, The Londonist, Twin Swans and Valancourt Books.

Portfolio

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The Three Women of Thomas White

Morales, DM

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Islands of Mice

Jacobs, Lucy

Alma&Albany

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Relentless Noon

Hall, Jemma

Jemma Hall

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Cult Crystal

Bradley, Remi

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Redolent

Biss, Beth

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Decede's Dream

O'Farrell, Michael

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Phoenix Rising

Dixon, LR

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Stephanie has 14 reviews

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Jemma H.

Jemma H.

Feb, 2024

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Steffi is an incredibly talented illustrator who took the time and effort to understand my writing style and how I wanted to express my story visually. Collaborating with her was a pleasure; she exceeded my hopes by enhancing what I imagined with her own ideas and artistic flair.
Stephanie H.
Thank you so much, Jemma, it was a joy to work with you and bring your brilliant book to life!
Therese H.

Therese H.

Oct, 2023

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Working with Stephanie was an absolute dream! I was blown away by her creativity and skill in designing my book cover and promotional items. She was highly responsive to my questions and comments throughout the entire processs. I highly recommend her services, I would work with her again in a he...
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Stephanie H.
Thank you so much, Therese, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you on your book cover !
Tara D.

Tara D.

Nov, 2025

Steffi is so talented, knew exactly what I wanted, and came up with the exact cover I had imagined. On top of that she is also so knowledgeable about this whole process. She was able to anticipate everything I might need and nothing was a drama. Would love to work with her again!
Stephanie H.
Dear Tara, thank you so much, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you and bring your book cover to life, so happy that you are pleased with it!
Marcus B.

Marcus B.

Aug, 2025

Steffi was a pleasure to collaborate with. She was very responsive and accommodating.
Stephanie H.
Thank you, Marcus, it was a pleasure to work with you too!
Beth C.

Beth C.

Jun, 2025

This is the second cover Stephanie has done for me. I'm very pleased with her work. She is very responsive to my requests and comments. I'm looking forward to working with her again.

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