1 Hr Portfolio Critique for Aspiring & Self-Taught Children’s Book Illustrators
Are you teaching yourself illustration and wondering if you’re building the right kind of portfolio for children’s publishing?
Many talented artists struggle not because they lack skill — but because they lack direction. The children’s book industry has specific expectations when it comes to storytelling, character development, and portfolio structure.
In this voice recorded one-hour critique, I review your submitted work through the lens of a working children’s book illustrator and provide clear, actionable feedback on how to move forward.
We’ll focus on:
Whether your work reads as children’s publishing
Character emotion and storytelling clarity
Consistency across multiple pieces
Composition and visual flow
What to refine, remove, or expand
Concrete next steps to strengthen your portfolio
You will receive a full voice recording of the critique so you can revisit the feedback anytime.
This session is ideal for:
Self-taught illustrators seeking professional direction
Students choosing a path within illustration
Artists building their first children’s book portfolio
Creatives preparing to approach publishers or agents
Investment: $80 USD