I will illustrate a personalized children book with custom characters


About this gig
Every child deserves to be the hero of their own story.
I write and illustrate fully personalized children's books starring your child (or grandchild, niece, nephew anyone!) as the main character, based on real photos you send me.
Each book is art-directed frame by frame to keep your child's face, hair, and outfit consistent across every single page no generic clip art, no mismatched characters halfway through the story.
My latest project, "A Little Hero and his Pepa," followed a toddler's small everyday acts of courage through a golden-hour castle adventure story and illustrations both written by me. It's the kind of warm, painterly, semi-anime style I bring to every book.
What you get:
An original story, written around your child
A custom character based on your child's real photos
Consistent illustration across every page
A full front-to-back cover with spine
Print-ready and eBook-ready files
Perfect for birthdays, christenings, adoption stories, or simply preserving a favorite childhood memory forever.
Send me a few photos and a short idea of the story, and I'll turn it into a keepsake your family will treasure for years.
Let's bring your child's story to life!
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
Get to know Gisela Braga
Brand Identity and Mascot Designer, Logos, Mockups and Brand Kits
- FromPortugal
- Member sinceJul 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
Languages
Portuguese, English
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FAQ
Do you draw everything by hand, or is this AI-generated?
I use AI-assisted illustration, art-directed and refined by me frame by frame to keep your child's face, hair, and outfit fully consistent across every page. It's not hands-off AI — every image is carefully directed and corrected.
What photos do you need from me?
A few clear photos of your child's face (front-facing works best), plus any reference for the story's setting if you have one in mind. I'll guide you through exactly what's needed after you order.
How many revisions do I get?
Each package includes a set number of revision rounds (see package details above). Need more? You can add extra revisions any time as a Gig Extra.
Can I get the book printed and shipped to me?
I deliver print-ready PDF files you can print at home, at a local print shop, or through services like Mixbook or Peecho. I don't currently handle physical printing or shipping myself.
How do you handle my child's photos, and is it safe to send them?
Yes. Photos are used only for your illustrations, never shared with third parties, and deleted after delivery unless you ask me to keep them. By sending them, you confirm you're the parent/guardian or have permission. I never use a child's photo publicly without separate written consent.
Can I ask you to delete my child's photos afterward?
Yes, absolutely. Just let me know after delivery and I'll delete all photos from my files right away. You're also welcome to request this at any point, even before the project is finished.

