Dad Says – African American (Children’s Book Illustration)
"Dad Says" is a delightful and humorous children's book that brings a father's quirky sayings to life through vibrant and colorful illustrations. Each page showcases playful misunderstandings and captures the magic of a child's perspective, celebrating the special bond between parent and child. As an illustrator, I was inspired by the nostalgia and creativity sparked by this project, aiming to create visuals that evoke giggles and heartwarming conversations within families.
Role and Contributions
In the "Dad Says" children's book illustration project, I played a pivotal role as the lead illustrator. My primary responsibility was to bring the quirky sayings and playful misunderstandings to life through vibrant and colorful illustrations. I was inspired by the nostalgia and creativity of the project, aiming to create visuals that would evoke giggles and heartwarming conversations within families.
My contributions to the project included:Conceptualizing and sketching initial ideas for each page to ensure alignment with the author's vision.
Creating detailed, colorful illustrations that captured the magic of a child's perspective and the special bond between parent and child.
Collaborating closely with the author to incorporate feedback and ensure the illustrations met their expectations.
Delivering high-quality, finished illustrations within the project timeline, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
The client's positive review reflects the success of the project and the quality of my work. I am proud to have been a part of bringing this delightful children's book to life.
Credits
Client/Author
Colin Bass
Children's Book Illustrator
Saad Naqvi