Calling All New Illustrators: Create the Next Beloved Character for Our Book!

Are you a passionate illustrator with a knack for creating captivating characters? Do you want your work to be featured in an upcoming children's or teen book? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are thrilled to announce our New Character Illustrator Contest, inviting all talented illustrators to design a bold, authentic, and warm character that will capture the hearts of young readers. Whether your art style is digital, traditional drawing, or comic, we want to see your creativity shine!

Contest Details

Theme: Bold, Authentic, and Warm
Eligible Art Types: Digital illustrations, traditional drawings, comics, pencil
Target Audience: Children or teens

What We’re Looking For

Your character should embody the following qualities:

Boldness: A character that stands out with a unique and memorable personality.
Authenticity: A genuine and relatable character that feels real and engaging.
Warmth: A character that exudes warmth and kindness, capable of connecting with young readers.

Whether it’s a brave young adventurer, a quirky magical creature, or a relatable school kid, your character should be able to star in a story that children and teens will love.

How to Enter

Create Your Character: Design a character that fits the theme and guidelines.
Submit Your Entry: Send your illustrations with the subject line “New Character Illustrator Contest.” Include a brief description of your character and what makes them special.
Deadline: All entries must be received by July 15, 2024.

Prizes

The winning character will be featured in our upcoming children's or teen book, with the illustrator receiving:

Publication Credit: Your name will be prominently featured in the book.
Artist Spotlight: A feature on our website and social media platforms, showcasing your work and artistic journey.

Judging Criteria

Our panel of judges will evaluate entries based on:

Creativity and Originality: How unique and imaginative is your character?
Adherence to Theme: How well does your character embody the qualities of being bold, authentic, and warm?
Artistic Skill: The technical quality and execution of your illustration.

Additional Information

Multiple Entries: Feel free to submit multiple characters if you have more than one great idea!
Collaboration: Collaborative entries are welcome. If you and a friend want to team up, make sure to credit both artists.

Why Enter?

This contest is a fantastic opportunity to get your work noticed and make a mark in the world of children’s and teen literature. It’s also a chance to challenge yourself creatively and potentially kickstart your career as a professional illustrator.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your talent with the world. We can’t wait to see the incredible characters you create!

For any questions or additional information, please contact us!

Let’s bring the next beloved character to life together!

Submit your entries and be a part of something magical!