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Hire an illustrator for your book

TUW's book illustration service connects you with vetted illustrators who create custom illustrations from your characters, setting and audience details. Each illustration costs $47, with source files available as a $99 add-on.

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IllustrationI need custom illustrations for my book.$47per illustrationSource filesI need source files for my illustrations.$99add-on
A double page counts as two illustrations. Choose 1 to 100 illustrations on the order form.
4.8/5Average customer rating for illustrators
850+Completed illustration orders
24,000+Books written by TUW

What's included in your illustration order

Give your illustrator the details they need, then review their work with your book in mind.

A vetted illustrator

Review style samples from vetted illustrators before choosing who will work on your book.

Your illustration brief

Describe the characters, setting and audience, and share links to inspiration images.

Page and color choices

Choose from 15 page sizes, full color or full color with bleed, and single page, double page or mixed illustrations.

Previews and revisions

See previews of your illustrations and request up to 2 revisions.

Meet some of our illustrators

Explore illustration samples and customer ratings. Chat with applicants and choose your illustrator before you pay.

Plan your book illustration cost

Your illustration count determines the price. Add source files if you need them.

Illustration

$47per illustration

I need custom illustrations for my book.

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Illustrations per order1 to 100
RevisionsUp to 2
Sizes and color15 sizes, full color, optional bleed
Double pageCounts as 2 illustrations
Source files$99 add-on

How it works

See how it works

1Post your projectPost for free with your illustration count, page choices, characters, setting and audience.
2Choose your illustratorReview illustrators' styles, samples and ratings, then choose your illustrator before payment.
3Follow the workLook through previews and discuss the illustrations in your freelancer chat.
4Review and approveReview the illustrations, use your revision allowance as needed and approve the delivery.

See what illustration customers say

4.8 average from 360+ customer ratings for illustrators.

Read five-star feedback from customers who hired illustrators for their projects.

A wonderful artist and very professional! I will definitely be working with them again!
Johnathan H.Book illustration customer
Lala did a great job and delivered on time as well as following all the requests. Definitely working with her in the future.
Firdavs U.Book illustration customer
I really appreciated working with Aiko on this project, which was a companion workbook to my book. She was so collaborative and we worked together to get everything right. Thank you, Aiko, for always being patient and understanding with me! I'm very happy with how the final project turned out!
Staci B.Book illustration customer
Wonderful to work with. Took my feedback and executed edits in a timely manner. Would work with again! Loved her ability to understand my requests easily with no hiccups!
Maggie O.Book illustration customer
An amazing job was produced by Amy. I believe your illustrations will help my book so much. Thank you!
Eileen N.Book illustration customer
Braia did an amazing job creating an illustration for my book cover. It was super quick and the communication was great. Thanks again and I hope we'll collaborate again in the future.
Gayane K.Book illustration customer
Alannah was a pleasure to deal with. She communicated well and was responsive to my requests, and allowed me the time to ensure I received the best product. Thanks so much, would definitely use Alannah again.
Vicki M.Book illustration customer
Amazing to work with! Communicates very well and offers her opinion, but wants to make sure you are satisfied! Will definitely work with her again.
Charlotte A.Book illustration customer
This is my 2nd non-fiction children's book with Aiko! She has a gift for intuitive design and brings visual life to the stories. She goes above and beyond to deliver a detailed work of art with the same care one would take with their own book. She's pleasant to work with, friendly, professional, and creative. I highly recommend Aiko and am looking forward to hiring her again for a 3rd book!
Rigel S.Book illustration customer
Lou was a consummate pro from the start to the finish line. Her ability to adopt my view of this project and her unique and creative style made the transition through this phase seamless. We were in lockstep, always in constant communication, as she remained receptive to my vision. I look forward to working with her again. ~dw
DeWayne W.Book illustration customer
Aiko was a joy to work with - detailed, talented, timely and excellent communicator!
Stephanie M.Book illustration customer
Incredibly talented and excellent collaborator. She wants her illustrations to portray what you envision as closely as possible.
Maggie B.Book illustration customer

Common questions

How much does a children's book illustrator cost?

TUW charges $47 per illustration, and you can order 1 to 100 illustrations. A double page counts as two illustrations. Source files are available as a $99 add-on.

How do I choose a book illustrator?

TUW's illustrators are vetted and provide samples you can review for style. Compare profiles, ratings and completed orders, and chat with applicants before choosing. You choose your illustrator before paying, and our team can help you choose.

What illustration sizes and page options can I choose?

The order form offers 15 page sizes and a choice of full color or full color with bleed. You can request single page, double page or mixed illustrations.

Can I ask for changes to my book illustrations?

Illustration orders include up to 2 revisions. You can see previews and discuss the work with your illustrator through your order's freelancer chat.

Who owns the illustrations made for my book?

Customers own all delivered content and keep all copyrights. Every freelancer signs away their rights to the work they deliver.

Can I order children's book writing and illustrations together?

The Children's Fiction Bundle includes writing, illustrations, a cover and more, by custom quote. Find it on the Children's books page.

Tell an illustrator about your book

Share your characters, setting and audience, then choose an illustrator whose samples fit the style you have in mind.

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