Welcome!
Illustrators For Hire is a curated directory supporting a network of professional freelance illustrators from around the world.
From children’s books to greeting cards, infographics to pet portraits, complete your creative vision with the help from top freelance illustration talent.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
What do you need?
Find an illustrator with the right skills for your project.
Not only does each illustrator have their own artistic style, but they also have distinct areas of expertise—niches. For example, some illustrators specialize in food-themed artwork, while others may be really good at maps...or animation...or murals. Click on an image below to discover illustrators who specialize in that niche.
Just a Sample
Explore the diverse illustration styles showcased on this site.
This group features just a small selection of the 300+ freelance illustrators in our community—each with their own creative niche, from editorial and lifestyle to food, florals, patterns, and more.
Calls for Content
Art directors, are you looking for a something specific?
The illustrators on this platform have large archives of art. Tell us what you need and we’ll gather options for you to review!
Artwork by Caitlin Keegan
Illustrators are Everywhere
Find an illustrator based in the country that fits your projects needs.
Do you need a drawing from Denmark? A cartoon from Canada? A portrait from Portugal? We got you covered. Click on a country to see the illustrators based there.
AUSTRALIA
Do you have an idea for a Children’s Book?
Once upon a time...
...we created a free guide which provides children's book authors with valuable insights on how to collaborate with an illustrator to bring their visions into reality. And, they lived happily ever after!
Artwork by Sarah Nettuno
Perusing for portraits?
The illustrators within this slideshow specialize in editorial portraits—for magazine articles, books, bios, and custom gifts—that capture the likeness and personality of an individual or group of people.
SEE THEM ALL
Meet the Illustrator
Simon Ip is based in Copenhagen and specializes in illustrations that feature various lifestyles, travel, and activities.
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Kay Wolfsperger is based in Savannah, Georgia and specializes in hand-drawn typography and custom lettering.
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Katerina Sotiropoulou is based in Greece and specializes in creating children’s books and artwork for kids.
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Ohn Mar Win is based in Hertfordshire, UK and specializes in illustrated recipes and food illustration.
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