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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 Olivia Gibbs
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
Need a great gift idea?
Commission a house portrait!
For the person who has everything, give them something truly one-of-a-kind — a hand-illustrated portrait of their home, created by an artist who captures its character, charm, and memories in every detail. A house portrait is a heartfelt gift that celebrates the place they love most.
Artwork by Mike Biegel
FOOD + DRINK
An appetizing array of art.
The illustrators within this slideshow specialize in creating food-themed illustrations for restaurants, menus, cookbooks, recipes, and consumer product packaging.
SEE THEM ALL
Meet the Illustrator
Shelley Hanmo is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and specializes in editorial illustrations.
View Shelley’s Artwork
Jill Broadhacker is based in Westfield, Indiana, and specializes in creating festive illustrations for the winter holiday season.
View Jill’s Artwork
Luciana Guadalupe Torre is a based in Lucca, Italy, and specializes in floral patterns and illustrations.
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Jane Sanders is based in Forest Hills, New York, and specializes in illustrating children’s books.
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Artwork by Aly Miller
Mood Board: Awesome Autumn
Fall in love with these illustrations!
From leafy piles and scenic drives to gorgeous gourds and happy harvests, each artwork on this mood board was created by a different illustrator. Click on any image to learn more about the artist.
Are you ready for the upcoming holidays?
View the profiles of all illustrators who specialize in the winter holiday season.
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Artwork by Angelika Piwowarczyk