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RGB and CMYK or “Why the Hell Do My Colours Look Different in Print?”
RGB or CMYK? Understanding RGB and CMYK is essential when creating a children’s book, because the illustrations need to survive the journey from your iPad or computer to a printed page.

Nika Venturini
Oct 28


7 Terms You Need to Know as a Children’s Book Illustrator
Children’s book illustrators often come across professional terminology. Industry lingo can sometimes be confusing, so here are a few terms you should know if you want to work as a children’s book illustrator.

Nika Venturini
Oct 24


What Is DPI?
DPI is a technical term for dots per inch. It describes how many individual printed dots fit into one inch of physical space

Nika Venturini
Oct 17


5 Reasons Why Are Children’s Book Illustrators So Important
Children’s book illustrators are important because they create imaginary worlds for adorable early readers.

Nika Venturini
Oct 11


Who is a children’s book illustrator?
A children’s book illustrator is a professional artist creating visual narratives (illustrations) that accompany the written text. Simply put, we create visual content for children's books. I like to call us visual translators, as we often clarify the meaning for those kids who cannot read yet. We specialise in visual storytelling, interpret words, and bring characters to life. Our job as a children’s book illustrator is to interpret the narrative, simplify complex ideas and

Nika Venturini
Jul 6, 2025


Your Teacher Is Just Like You by Gabrielle Lynch
Post about a children's book I illustrated by author Gabrielle Lynch called Your Teacher Is Just Like You.

Nika Venturini
Apr 4, 2023


Important dates for children's book illustrators
JANUARY 1.1. New Year 2023 11.1. International thank you day 15.1. World’s snow day 16.1. Elementary school teachers day (US) 17.1. Kid...

Nika Venturini
Apr 4, 2023
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