Turtle Soup

I am looking for an illustrator for my children's stories I have recently written. I am planning to do a series of them if all turns out right. I have 2 main characters that need to be very unique and have specific eyes, mouth and colors. I would need a book cover as well as possibly 4-5 more drawings. I am looking for someone in the Vancouver Island area but not a deal breaker. I would need the cover done by the end of August, if possible. I am looking for a person that loves to do cartoon type of work and I'm hoping to have fun with this journey.