At Happydesigner, we specialise in transforming your imaginative stories into beautifully illustrated children’s books. Our mission is to bring your tales to life with vibrant and engaging illustrations that captivate young readers. Leading our creative efforts is Sarah, our talented company director and lead illustrator. With over 20 years of experience in children’s book illustration,…
Share Your Story: The Art and Process of Picture Book Design
Picture books hold a timeless charm, captivating both children and adults. They are more than just stories; they are a bridge between generations, allowing adults to relive their favourite childhood tales and share them with the next generation. At Happydesigner, we understand the profound impact these books have. Sarah, our talented illustrator, has dedicated around…
Illustrative Imagination: Crafting Unique Book Illustrations
Illustrations are the magical threads that weave together the child’s imagination. They breathe life into the pages of a book, transforming words into vibrant, captivating worlds. At Happydesigner, we understand the profound impact that illustrations have on young readers. As a quirky little design studio with over two decades of experience, we have had the…
Marketing Magic for Children’s Books: Strategies and Tips
In the enchanting world of children’s literature, the journey from a spark of imagination to a book that captivates the hearts of young readers is both magical and complex. At Happydesigner, we’re passionate about turning your creative visions into beautifully illustrated realities. For nearly two decades, we’ve been the go-to studio for authors and dreamers…
The Importance of Professional Design in Children’s Books
If you’ve ever lost yourself in the vibrant pages of a children’s book, you know there’s something truly magical about them. These aren’t just stories; they’re gateways to worlds of imagination, learning, and fun. Here at Happydesigner, we’re not just about creating books; we’re about crafting experiences that stay with little readers (and their grown-ups!)…
Happydesigner Piggy Post: News & Features from November 2023
STOP PRESS: HAPPYDESIGNER HAVE MOVED! As announced in our September blog, we are pleased (and VERY relieved) to announce that we are now settled into our new home, and the studio is back to full operation. The move proved to be far more problematic than we ever anticipated, but, in hindsight, we should have expected…
Autumn is here with a bang – and we love it!
Oh boy, do we love autumn – and here it is, in all its colourful glory. This year, more than ever, there seems to be a rich abundance of autumn colours and autumn produce. Wherever we walk, we are bombarded by conkers, acorns, and spectacular hues on the trees. We’re always looking for inspiration for…
Words without images – like bangers without mash?
We all have children’s book illustrators who we particularly admire. Some may be childhood classics, or we may be drawn (pardon the pun) to illustrators of more modern children’s literature. Many are both author and illustrator, and there’s no finer example than Beatrix Potter, whose series of stories based on animals are so loved by…
And the winner is… Happydesigner!
It may not be the Oscars, the BAFTAs, or the Oliviers, but we are thrilled to bits here at Happydesigner to have won an award for our children’s book illustration business. We have been named Illustration Studio of the Year 2022 in the annual Prestige Awards. These awards were set up to recognise the hard…
