So you’ve written your children’s picture book and it reads like a masterpiece… Now, the hard part … finding a children’s book illustrator to actually create the pictures. After all, it’s a “picture book,” so you need pictures. And not just any pictures, but high-quality illustrations from a top illustrator that children will find appealing and relatable.
You can scour the Internet in hopes of discovering some fresh illustrator talent that fits into your budget, jumping from one freelance site to another, or you can work with one company, MindStir Media, to handle all your illustration service needs. Believe me, it’s much easier to just work with one company than to outsource to several and have to coordinate the entire process yourself. Remember, you need illustrations, of course, but after that comes the cover design, interior layout, ISBN assignment, printing, distribution and marketing. That’s practically a full-time job by itself!
MindStir Media handles all aspects of children’s book illustration and publishing
MindStir Media uses a 3-step illustration process that includes sketches, storyboard and final illustrations (shading, line work, coloring etc.). Most illustration projects are completed in about 90 days. MindStir also allows revisions throughout the illustration process to make sure you get the final product you’re looking for.
After my company has matched you with one of the nation’s best children’s book illustrators, we follow that process noted above until completion. Then MindStir will design your book cover using the artwork created by the illustrator and layout the interior (formatting) to ensure that the final product is professional and eye-catching. The cover design, layout and illustrations need to match, and having MindStir handle the entire process will make certain that this happens.
How much do illustrations cost from MindStir’s list of children’s book illustrators?
First, keep in mind that many of MindStir’s competitors or illustrators for hire charge upwards of $300 per illustrated page. With 15 illustrations needed for an average picture book, that would cost you around $4,500 for illustrations alone — and then you’d have to figure out book design, publishing and marketing all on your own. But with MindStir, the cost is $165 per illustrated page. You can even bundle your illustrations with publishing (cover design, layout, distribution and marketing) for around $5,000 total, and all under one roof!
About MindStir Media, a top provider of children’s book illustrations
MindStir Media has been in business since 2009 and has produced hundreds of children’s picture books for authors throughout the country. Most notably, MindStir is partnered with Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington as well as Mariel Hemingway, the granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway. MindStir is also home to Mariel Hemingway’s Book Club. Both Kev’s Best and Daily Scanner rated MindStir Media #1 among the best children’s book illustrators!
MindStir Media – Illustration & Publishing Service
Summary
“When the idea of writing a children’s book first entered my mind it was just a dream. However, I was completely unfamiliar to the publishing world and all its aspects. After researching MindStir Media and speaking with J.J., I decided to make that dream a reality. MindStir Media delivered as promised, on time with professionalism and integrity. J.J.’s guidance with publishing, marketing and illustration staff made my decision an easy one. I would definitely choose MindStir Media again in a heart beat!”