Gustavo A.
Children's Book Illustrator | Picture Books, KDP l Game Artist
I’m the illustrator who turns YOUR words into worlds, emotions into colors, and ideas into characters that stay long after the story ends. Hello, I’m Gustavo, a digital artist and visual storyteller specialized in children’s books, middle-grade illustration, and narrative games. My mission is simple: to help YOU create art that breathes stories so alive and heartfelt that readers and players will want to return to them again and again. 🔸 WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME Because I don’t just make beautiful images I build emotion, atmosphere, and narrative depth. Every color carries a feeling. Every line has intention. ✔️ Narrative Game Illustration – developed a story-driven game with multiple scenes for Panivox (Scotland). ✔️Fantasy Middle-Grade Series – ongoing project “Kaspar, The Dragon Thief”, combining character emotion and cinematic composition. ✔️ 20+ Book Covers Illustrated – each with unique themes and moods, including 5 titles published through Amazon Books. ✔️ Visual Storytelling for Print & Interactive Media – art that connects emotion, story, and market appeal. 🔸 WHAT I OFFER Children’s Book & Middle-Grade Illustration – full spreads, scenes, and expressive characters. Narrative Game Art & Visual Development – character sheets, background art, and storyboarding for interactive media. Cover Design that Captures Emotion – made to stand out on Amazon and in stores. KDP & IngramSpark Formatting – print-ready layout and export for publishing. Collaborative Creative Process – transparent, flexible, and focused on your story’s soul. 🔸 MY PROCESS Concept & Briefing – I listen deeply to your story and its heart. Thumbnails & Character Design – I present 4 strong composition ideas and co-develop the main character with you. Color Direction – Together, we define the emotional tone and palette. Final Art – Lighting, atmosphere, and detail refined until it feels alive. Every project I take is a mission to create something that moves hearts, not just decorates pages or screens. If you’re looking for an illustrator who brings emotion, story, and visual soul to your project then I’m ready to make your world unforgettable.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $825
$825 in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 23% in Modern Style
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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