Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/120/120886/attachment_120886358 "This original illustration was created for a holiday greeting card contest and was successfully selected for purchase by the client. The design focuses on capturing the magic and warmth of the season through a whimsical, hand-drawn aesthetic. By blending festive iconography with a relatable, joyful character, the piece is designed to resonate emotionally with recipients, making it a standout choice for commercial holiday stationery. This project highlights my ability to create custom, market-ready illustrations that meet specific client needs.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/121/121560/attachment_121560320 "These original illustrations were created for an alphabet mat, with a focus on friendly, emotive, and recognizable character design. The goal was to imbue each letter with a sense of personality, turning abstract symbols into fun companions for young learners. This project showcases my process in character development, color theory, and creating a unified visual style that remains fun and accessible for children.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/640474/10292f6a-7d8d-4b8a-b982-ef14d9936e76 "This cover design for Doubting River was developed as a cross-platform asset, optimized for both high-resolution print-on-demand paperback and digital distribution. My design process prioritized a professional balance between evocative illustration and strong font legibility. By testing the design at various scales—from a full-sized paperback wrap to a tiny digital thumbnail—I ensured the imagery maintains its impact across all formats. The final result is a polished, retail-ready cover that meets current market standards for modern commercial fiction.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/640474/00337567-a724-4974-804d-ccc617655995 "How do you make a 2,000-year-old text feel fresh and essential? This cover design was developed to turn a scholarly work into a premium retail-ready product. By blending classic aesthetics with a modern, high-end finish, I created a design that stands out on the shelf and signifies lasting value.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/144/144702/attachment_144702323 "This project focused on transforming instructional content into a clear, engaging, and highly usable workbook format. By establishing a logical visual hierarchy, I ensured that readers can easily navigate between theory, practice exercises, and reflection sections. The design prioritizes readability and \"white space\" to prevent cognitive overload, creating a structured experience that encourages learners to actively engage with the material")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/97/97075/attachment_97075904 "Layout design for book")
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:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/96/96960/attachment_96960990 "I created this original illustration to bring the story’s sense of adventure to life. Through custom character design and intentional composition, the cover invites the reader into the world of the book, fostering an immediate emotional connection. This piece highlights my expertise in digital painting, character development, and visual storytelling for the children’s book market.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/90/90257/attachment_90257428 "Full page colour illustration for 12 pp children book and illustrated cover")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/83/83556/attachment_83556438 "Designed the cover and the interior of the PDF. Contents include-contents, articles, forms and recipes etc.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/85/85129/attachment_85129178 "Design for company deck as an introduction to new employees. I started the design after researching the company's brand guidelines and look and feel. The deck follows the colour palette, fonts and clean illustrations as per the brand's style.")
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About
Children book illustrations and layout design, ebook and jacket covers for all genres and typesetting for books and magazines.
Member since:
August 22, 2011
Reviews
"Suz is amazing and I will definitely continue doing business with her. "
cgranville2
reviewed about 5 years ago
"She’s nothing short of amazing! Suzsen communicates well and tries to accommodate her clients. I will definitely be working with her again! Great experience! "
cgranville2
reviewed over 5 years ago
"Suzena is always a pleasure to work with. I was really distracted during this project, but she never wavered and she delivered a cover that fits perfectly with the theme of my series. I can't wait to work again with her on the third and final cover. Tha..."
"Suzena is always a pleasure to work with. I was really distracted during this project, but she never wavered and she delivered a cover that fits perfectly with the theme of my series. I can't wait to work again with her on the third and final cover. Thanks Suzena for being the ultimate professional, and always giving me exactly what I don't know that I want. You are a jewel!"
nadiaj1980
reviewed over 5 years ago
"Great Style Thank you!"
Prime Greetings
reviewed over 5 years ago
"I have loved working with Suzena on all my creative projects for two years, with my cookbook, "A New View of Healthy Eating," business cards, posters, and new 7 Day Plant-Based Challenge. Her work is very creative, clean, and always right on the strateg..."
"I have loved working with Suzena on all my creative projects for two years, with my cookbook, "A New View of Healthy Eating," business cards, posters, and new 7 Day Plant-Based Challenge. Her work is very creative, clean, and always right on the strategic direction for my company and brand. I will continue to work with Suzena and totally recommend her to my entrepreneurial friends. Melanie A in Phoenix, Arizona, USA."
Mel MJ
reviewed about 8 years ago