Zoe Saunders - Designer
Children's Book Illustrator based in Cheshire, UK, providing whimsical watercolour style illustrations with a timeless charm.
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Overview
*** Only accepting projects starting on or after May 2021***
My name is Zoe Saunders and I am a freelance artist and children's book illustrator based in Cheshire, UK.
I have always had a love of artistry. I love to sketch, paint and create sweet characters. I am particularly fascinated by animals, both real and magical, and love the detailed setting of nature and foliage.
I have worked for authors both in the UK and far away lands, creating bespoke illustrations for their precious stories.
Children's book illustration and design is my passion, and my aim is to not only provide authors with beautiful illustrations for their picture books, but to also provide a friendly, stress-free experience, completed in a timely manner. Each step of the way we will work together, to create the book of your dreams.
I have also worked on projects such as business logos, public house signs, pet food packaging, and private commissions.
Please feel free to get in touch to discuss any project you have.
Services
Languages
English
Fiction
Picture Books
Certifications
- I am a full member of the Society of Children's Book Authors and Illustrators (SCBWI)
- Member of the Association of Illustrators (AOI).
Awards
- Honorary mention in the 2018 'SCBWI Undiscovered Voices Competition' anthology.
Work experience
Artist and Children's Book Illustrator
Self-employed
September, 2015
–
Present
(over 5 years)
I have helped to guide many first time picture book authors through the process of self publishing their books, storyboarding, designing, illustrating, and typesetting their books, and finally presenting the author with their final files ready to upload to Ingram Spark. I've a friendly and enthusiastic manner and aim to make the whole process as fun and stress free as possible.
I have also written, illustrated, and published my own books via Ingram Spark. 'The Lonely Dragon' and 'How to Make a Wish' are available on Amazon and in other book stores.
Portfolio (17 selected works)
Abc Is That Safe for Me?
Diane Lynn Marunczak
Through colorful pictures and fun rhyming verses, learn a variety of different ways to prepare your child to confidently and safely manage school days with food allergies.
The Kindness Seed (Seeds of Imagination)
Linda Appleby
Penelope Green has forgotten kindness until she enters the enchanted fairy woodland. In windy whispers, the magical trees tell Penelope a tale about the fairies, the kindness seed and the Knotlot creatures, who have also lost their kindness.The Queen fairy, with the help of an old wise fairy, Mrs. Plum, is intent on bringing kindness back to the magical kingdom.Miss Indigo, an inquisitive youn... read more
Monty and the Poppit Dragon
Mt Sanders
A Seaside Adventure! Monty, Cookie and the spangles are off on their holidays to sunny Pembrokeshire and the beautiful beach at Poppit Sands.In a cave they meet a new friend, the Poppit Dragon, who is sad because she can't fly.Can Monty and the gang save the day? A funny, sometimes moving, and ultimately uplifting story for children.
The Lonely Dragon
Zoe Saunders
High up in the mountains, far above the clouds, where the Earth meets the sky, there lived a lonely dragon... The dragon embarks on a great journey travelling far and wide, in search of a friend, another dragon, just like her... ...And in the end, she does find true friendship, but not quite in the way she imagined. This beautifully illustrated story, full of colour and sparkles, demonstrates ... read more
Monty, Cookie and the spangles are back at the beach.When Cookie sees a splash in the water her newfydoof instinct to rescue takes over and she immediately heads out to help.What follows is an adventure that could turn out to be their biggest, and most difficult so far.
Monty and Friends Save Christmas
Mt Sanders
When Santa visits Monty's house, things don't quite go to plan. Cookie has managed to scare the reindeers away and they are nowhere to be seen. Children around the world are waiting, but who will pull the sleigh?It's going to take a massive effort to save Christmas... and time is running out. A magical festive story of friendship and overcoming the odds.
The Apple Tree
John Rebholz
A true story of a son remembering his father.The story takes the reader on a journey through 3 generations, showing the kind of life his Father had, his adventures and more importantly, what he created.The ‘life-cycle’ of the Apple Tree mirrors his father’s own life, from the moment when he planted the tiny seeds with his own father all those years ago: the beautiful tree grows and blossoms, s... read more
How to Make a Wish
Zoe Saunders
Come on a journey through the countryside, as Big Red Fox teaches Little Red Fox how to make wishes. A dreamy children's story with delightful watercolour illustrations, and a heartwarming ending that will leave children feeling wanted, loved and cherished, How to Make a Wish is perfect bedtime reading.
The Mindful Seed (Seeds of Imagination)
linda Appleby
Harry Brown carelessly throws a rock at a tree and causes a bluebirds nest to fall. He rushes to find help to put the nest back on the tree brunch. Harry’s mother carefully puts the nest back and then they watch as a mommy blue bird sits happily on her eggs. Harry needs to be reminded to be more mindful when he plays. His mother tells him a story about the importance of being thoughtful to oth... read more
The Sweetest Season
Kerr, Elissa, Saunders, Zoe
The Humble Seed
Appleby, Linda, Saunders, Zoe
Monty And Friends African Adventure: The Mission To Save Kaluwa
Sanders, Mt, Saunders, Zoe
Monty and the Land of the Dinodogs
Sanders, Mt, Saunders, Zoe
Sunkissed
Kerr, Elissa, Saunders, Zoe
The Little Ninja That Could: Conquer Kindergarten (1)
Howell, Mallory, Saunders, Zoe
Come Fly With Me
Amison, Katie, Saunders, Zoe
A Connemara Fairy Tale
Heanue, Nicola, Saunders, Zoe
Zoe has 1 review
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Zoe was a pleasure to work with on my second children's book. She was professional, flexible, and punctual. Her artwork is terrific and I am very satisfied with the final product. She is easy to communicate with and gives thorough explanations. I would recommend Zoe as an illustrator for your next children's book! I will definitely be contacting her again in the future!
Mallory Howell, August 2020
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