Rachel W.
Premium Book Illustrator | Hand-Drawn Book Covers and Childrens Books
I create hand painted, high-end illustrations that transform stories into works of art. With over 10 years of professional experience and a Fine Arts degree, I specialize in bringing books to life by blending traditional artistry with professional digital techniques to deliver museum-quality visuals for every project. Authors, publishers and collectors choose me when they need illustrations that are: - Meticulously painted with fine detail and high quality. - Original and timeless (NO AI, no shortcuts — 100% hand-crafted). - Professionally delivered on time and print-ready. - Amazing communication. My work has spanned book covers, children’s books, and editorial projects. Each piece takes deep focus and care— typically 1-3 weeks per full illustration— to ensure the highest level of quality. If you’re looking for cheap, quick, or generic art — I’m probably not the right fit. But if you’re looking for investment-quality illustrations that elevate your book to its highest potential, let’s talk.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $856
Billed in all: $46,441$46k
$428 in the last 6 months
Across 69 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 21% in Portrait Art
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- #4Traditional Style16 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 25%🇺🇸#2 of 4
- #39Realistic Portrait170 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #5Top 23%🇺🇸#5 of 15
- #42Traditional Illustration160 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #9Top 26%🇺🇸#9 of 32
- #55Oil Painting246 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #9Top 22%🇺🇸#9 of 68
- #159Freehand Digital Illustration585 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #11Top 27%🇺🇸#11 of 65
- #182Portrait Art871 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #25Top 21%🇺🇸#25 of 172
- #361Digital Painting1,669 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #46Top 22%🇺🇸#46 of 242
- #590Book Cover2,190 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #89Top 27%🇺🇸#89 of 351