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Introduction: CHILDREN/ADULT BOOK ILLUSTRATION: Experienced - over twenty years - for major publishers as well as one time authors. Professional - detail oriented…client’s objectives paramount. I will give you high resolution, print ready illustrations Currently have worked on several projects requiring different illustration characters and styles. Check my Sally Schaedler Linkedin reference, as well as my website (sorry-needs updating!) SommerStudios.com…Please review enclosed examples of various styles and characters that I have illustrated for clients. I can send you additional examples and can match almost any illustration style that you are visualizing.. I have BFA, Design/ illustration Washington University, St Louis Missouri, and years of illustration experience. Almost everything I do now is completely digital, bu t have experience in traditional media as well.Fast, reliable communication with the client is my highest priority. Client to review /choose various styles and character development available after discussion. Prices per page depend on complexity, style, etc...Usually page rate is $100./150. Rates are negotiable - 100% client satisfaction. PORTRAITS: Twenty years - experienced portraitist..I work in acrylic or oil..on canvas..Pastels on Strathmore ..Graphite portraits. Guaranteed likeness/100% satisfaction. Usually from photos rather than life because of convenience...generally I prefer realism but can also render other brushy styles. Prices - depending on sizes, medium (oil-pastel-graphite)..but usually $130./per head for oil/acrylic on canvas...graphite /$70..Pastel $125.. head and shoulders frequently additional...Price is negotiable after reviewing entire assignment..Please review examples on websites.

Overview

Hired 4 times

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1 employee

25 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and PayPal.

Featured Projects

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Monster Spray Book
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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Stacy A.

Jul 26, 2023

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Sommer Studios responded within a few hours, was fast and great at communicating with on the design of an illustration, and returned an excellent work product in a short amount of time! The rate was very reasonable and she would be my go to for another project like this. Would very highly recommend. Thank you!

Details: Personal • 1 illustration • What the illustrator recommends • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Linda A.

Nov 1, 2021

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This was my first time hiring an illustrator and Sally is amazing . Everything I envisioned for each picture she made a reality. No issues with any changes I asked for. Easy to work with. Very happy with the results.

Details: Personal • 11 - 20 illustrations • Digital • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Orlando D.

Jul 13, 2021

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I sent a picture that was accidentally ripped to get redone. I was contacted within minutes the communication was great the portrait was also done a week before promised. I was sent a preview of the portrait when it was finished only to see how good it looks. Best gift my girlfriend will love it. Thank you so much.

Details: Painting • Children • 2-5 • Canvas • 16x20

Portrait Artistry

Chris W.

May 8, 2018

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Sommer Studios gets my HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION! Not only did the painting come out perfect; it was done in record time, and for a reasonable price as well! I definitely will be working with this artist in the future!

Details: Personal • 1 illustration • Pencil • Digital • Watercolor • Ink • Oil and acrylic paint • What the illustrator recommends • I travel to the illustrator • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Linda A.

Nov 5, 2021

I hired Sommer Studios for illustrations on my first childrens book. I had no idea what to expect or how the process works. Sally was easy to work with and finished on time. Illustrations were just as I envisioned. Great experience.

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Sally Schaedler

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Fees are negotiable and reasonable. Accept blanket fee for entire assignment or per hour..
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Hopefully, new customer with PRODUCT DESIGN assignment will describe assignment in as much detail as possible...style desired, etc. Will always submit layout first. Sometimes will submit several ROUGH thumbnails before deciding on more detailed layout. Will not proceed to final art until client is satisfied with layout concept. Have extensive digital equipment: 21.5IMAC, 21UX Wacom tablet, Adobe CC2023...PORTRAITURE: will need to see photo before final price for assignment; can also work from life, though still will take photos for reference. Reasonable prices. BUSINESS CARDS, BROCHURES, ETC. will send at least two layouts for approval before final art; reasonable pricing
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BFA Washington University, St Louis Missouri..Major ad illustration, graphic design Over 20 years PRODUCT DESIGNER for major gift product manufacturer PORTRAITIST for over twenty years - able to render a variety of styles