Kim Sponaugle

Kim's Picture Book Sampler

I think there are several ingredients necessary to create a children's book illustration that can touch the heart, teach, and communicate what the author wants to express. I think the best illustrations are those that get a hold of my heart and imagination. A good use of color, design and and well rendered characters are part of the recipe for a great book. But not just that, it needs life in the illustrations, expression, whimsy and delightful surprises.

My picture book illustration is bright,colorful,and full of expression! I used to work as a children's cartoon portrait artist and have rendered hundreds of children's faces - I think this has strengthened my ability to show children's expressions in my work. I enjoy using color to set mood in my books. I work in watercolor, pastels and pen and ink mediums.

Prices

Black line art (chapter books)

$50-75.00 per illustration - based upon complexity

Black line art illustration books 1-2 weeks for sketches and based on a 10 illustration chapter book and approx. 2 weeks for finished art (depending on complexity)

Pastel (for simpler styles)

$125.00 -150.00-per illustration - based upon complexity

Pastel illustration books take about 2 weeks for sketches on average, and upon approval, 3-4 weeks for finished art (based on a 15-20 page picture book)

Watercolor (for more detailed work)

$150-175.00 per illustration - based upon complexity

For a watercolor illustration book It takes 2-3 weeks for sketches on average and 4-6 weeks for finished artwork (based on a 24 page picture book and complexity of project)

I enjoy working with self-publishing authors and would be happy to talk with you about your project!

Learn more about Kim and see more of her work at Picture Kitchen Studio.