Illustration portfolio review

As a self taught illustrator I know what it takes to make your children's book illustration portfolio shine! Since I began my illustration business in 2012 I have had the previlage to illustrate 28 beautiful children's books for traditional publishers and self publishers around the world. I would love the opportunity to guide you on your journey towards realising your dream to become a childrens book illustrator!

Special offer until October 31st 2025

Any questions? —I’m happy to chat!

Let's create some happiness and beautiful art!!

Judy
Children’s Book Illustrator

Children's Illustration Portfolio Mentorship

🌟 What You Can Book:

1. Portfolio Review – £59 £49

Submit 10 of your best illustrations
Receive a detailed PDF review with kind feedback, improvement tips, and inspiring ideas
Optional 1-hour video chat included

2. Portfolio Review + Mentorship – £89 £79

Everything above
PLUS feedback on 3–4 new pieces you create after the review
Ongoing support to help your portfolio shine even more

Who can this one to one illustration portfolio review help?

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I encourage and welcome aspiring children's book illustrators who are embarking on their journey to become professional illustrators to have a friendly portfolio review with me. Portfolio reviews can help you at any stage of your illustration career, and it’s always a good idea to take the opportunity to talk with a fellow illustrator who loves illustration as much as you do! A portfolio review can help you identify areas where you can level up your art practice and create artwork that will appeal to your target audience.

I specialize in creating artwork for the under-5 children’s book market and am now branching into greeting card licensing.
You may wish to focus on picture books, board books, educational books, jigsaw puzzles, or greeting cards. Let me know your dream area to work in and the age range you are targeting with your art. I can then provide advice on how to refine and focus your illustration work for future projects.

What is the children's illustration portfolio review process?

You can choose 10 of your best illustrations and send them to me via email either as a PDF file or 10 individual JPEG files.

Please allow me 3-5 days to review your illustrations. I will send you a detailed PDF portfolio review with comments, including feedback on what’s great about your art, friendly advice on areas for improvement and ideas for new illustrations you can create that you'll love and that will make your portfolio shine. We can also join a 1 hour video chat to talk about your work and any cares or concerns you may have moving forward in your illustration journey.

My comments will be constructive and supportive. Having studied illustration for almost 13 years - and continue to do so - I am committed to providing positive, inspiring advice to help you progress on your illustration journey!

Option 1- Personalised one-to-one portfolio review

Send over 10 of your best children’s illustrations and I will review each one and provide constructive advice on your strengths and how to level up other areas of your artwork.

You can choose a one hour video call with me in my illustration studio or if you prefer I will send you an e-mail filled with guidance and advice.

As each portfolio review is personalized, we may discuss character design, use of color, image composition, levels and tone, light and shadow, backgrounds, or any of the countless details that go into creating stunning illustrations for children. I will also suggest some new illustrations you can get started on creating for your children's illustration portfolio!

The one-to-one children’s illustration portfolio review is a one-time payment of £59, which can be transferred before you send your artwork to me.

Option 2 - Personalised one-to-one portfolio review with a second follow up review

Send over 10 of your best children’s illustrations and I will review each one and provide constructive advice on your strengths and how to level up other areas of your artwork.

You can choose a one hour video call with me in my illustration studio or if you prefer I will send you an e-mail filled with guidance and advice.

As each portfolio review is personalized, we may discuss character design, use of color, image composition, levels and tone, light and shadow, backgrounds, or any of the countless details that go into creating stunning illustrations for children.
I will also suggest some new illustrations you can get started on creating for your children's illustration portfolio!

In addition, I will review the new illustrations you create after your first review to polish them and make them shine before you add them into your portfolio! I suggest we create 3 or 4 new pieces. Whatever you have time for and feel comfortable with. No pressure at all!

The one-to-one children’s illustration portfolio review with a review of the illustrations you created in the mentorship, is a one-time payment of £89, which can be transferred before you send your artwork to me.

Contact details and about the Bank Transfer

Are you ready to level up your children's illustration portfolio? Feel free to contact me with any questions using the form on the contact page or by clicking the email icon below.

My email is judyelizabethw@gmail.com

About the Bank Transfer

I accept transfers through Wise Bank, which simplifies receiving international payments. I can accept transfers in USD, GBP, and Euros.
Once you contact me and confirm that you'd like a personalized children's illustration portfolio review, I will send you the necessary bank details.
Thankyou! I look forward to speaking with you and reviewing your beautiful art!