(Cat) Cartoon Animal Illustrator for Children's Book (33-Page)

I am searching for a talented illustrator specializing in creating cartoon animal characters for a children's book. This book is my debut children's book, and I would love to have someone on board to bring it to life. This book is based on my cat, which I adopted a few years ago. It's a fun tale about a cat looking for its best friend, who happens to be a mouse. I want these characters to have big eyes and appeal to children ages 3-6. I want them to have big eyes and look cute.

- Art Style: The illustrations should embody an appealing, colorful, engaging cartoon style. Big eyes, cute fluffy textures. The goal is to visually communicate a spirit of fun and adventure in a way kids can easily connect.

- Characters: The focus of the art should be on animals. Creative versatility in rendering various animal types and expressions is necessary. I've attached photos of my cat below for reference. I want him to be brought to life in a cartoon style.

- Setting: The ideal candidate will have experience illustrating dynamic scenes within a children's book setting.

Timeline: There is no specific timeline for this to be done, however, end of summer would be ideal.

Previous experience in children's book illustration and a strong portfolio displaying proficiency in cartoon-style animal illustrations are necessary. If you believe you are the right fit, I welcome your bid.For this project, I am looking for an illustrator with a strong children's book illustration background and a proven track record in creating captivating cartoon-style animal illustrations. Your portfolio should demonstrate your proficiency in these areas. If you believe you have the skills and experience to bring my cat's story to life, I look forward to reviewing