Children's Book Illustrator

I'm seeking a talented illustrator for a 12-page children's book. The illustrations should be in a cartoon style and feature engaging animal and fantasy creature characters.

Key Requirements:
- 12 vibrant, captivating cartoon illustrations
- Characters include animals and fantasy creatures
- Backgrounds set in imaginative ocean scenes

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in children's book illustration
- Strong cartoon drawing skills
- Ability to create detailed and imaginative ocean backgrounds
- Creativity in designing engaging animal and fantasy characters

Please provide a portfolio showcasing relevant work.