Description:
I am looking for a talented illustrator to create a set of 45-50 unique Kawaii-style characters and scenes for an interactive Kawaii Coffee Shop Coloring Book. The book is aimed at adults and teens, so the characters and designs should be both playful and sophisticated enough to engage this age group.
Project Overview:
The coloring book theme is a cozy Kawaii Coffee Shop where cute characters interact in various coffee shop settings.
The book will feature 45-50 unique characters (e.g., Animals, friendly creatures) with a focus on coffee shop activities (drinking coffee, preparing pastries, playing music, reading, etc.).
Each character will be illustrated in a bold black-on-white line art style suitable for coloring.
The book will also include interactive elements such as "design your own latte art," "create a cozy café corner," and other fun, coffee-related challenges for readers to engage with.
Illustration Details:
Character Design:
You will create 45-50 unique characters with a Kawaii style (e.g., Big eyes, round shapes, cute facial expressions). Each character will be involved in a coffee shop scene, such as:
Baristas preparing drinks.
Customers sipping coffee, eating pastries, or reading books.
A musician playing in the coffee shop.
Characters will include animals (e.g., Bears, cats, hedgehogs) and other cute creatures, each with unique outfits and props (scarves, aprons, guitars, books).
Scene Design:
Each character should be placed in a specific setting within the coffee shop (e.g., Behind the counter, sitting in a cozy chair, performing music).
Background elements such as tables, chairs, coffee cups, and coffee shop decorations will be included, but they should not overwhelm the main character or be too intricate for coloring.
Interactive Elements:
Some illustrations will include interactive prompts for readers, such as:
"Design Your Latte Art" (readers draw foam designs in a coffee cup).
"Decorate the Coffee Shop" (readers color and customize the environment).
"Create a Playlist for the Café" (readers write and color musical notes or record covers).
You will design these elements in a simple but creative way that allows readers to actively engage with the coloring pages.
Style Requirements:
The illustrations must be in a bold black-and-white line art style, clean and detailed, suitable for coloring.
The style should be distinctly Kawaii, with soft, rounded shapes, cute facial expressions, and playful features.
Each page should balance large open areas for coloring with smaller intricate details to maintain interest.
Tools:
You may use any illustration tool (e.g., Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, or hand-drawn scanned illustrations) as long as the final product is in high-resolution, print-ready format suitable for Amazon KDP.
Deliverables:
45-50 individual character illustrations, each in its own unique scene.
Each illustration must include the character, background details, and any interactive elements.
All files delivered in high-resolution (300 dpi) black-and-white png or pdf format.
Original, custom artwork only. No stock illustrations or clip art.
Reference and Inspiration:
The style and theme are inspired by the brand Vivi Tinta and their best-selling book, example link:
https://www.amazon.com/Fuzzy-Hygge-Coloring-Featuring-Characters/dp/B0D55MQN2R
Characters will need to be cute, cozy, and relatable, fitting into the Kawaii Coffee Shop environment.
Please see the following characters as examples to develop:
Bean the Bear: A friendly bear barista making coffee.
Mochi the Cat: An assistant barista with a playful attitude.
Latte the Sloth: A sleepy customer reading a book.
Chai the Hedgehog: A pastry-loving hedgehog enjoying treats.
Melody the Fox: A musician playing guitar in the café.
Timeline and Budget:
Please provide your estimated timeline for completing the illustrations.
Let me know your rate for the entire project or per character/page rate. I am happy to discuss a fair budget based on your expertise and the scope of the project.
How to Apply:
Please provide:
A portfolio or examples of your previous work, especially any Kawaii-style illustrations.
A brief message explaining why you're interested in this project and your experience in creating coloring book illustrations.
Your proposed timeline and pricing for the project.
If possible, include a sample sketch or concept idea based on one of the character descriptions above (this can be rough).
Looking forward to working with a creative and skilled illustrator to bring this Kawaii Coffee Shop to life!
Regards,
Eli A.
I am the owner of a self-publishing business on Amazon KDP, focusing on creating unique, high-quality coloring books aimed at adults and teens. My business specializes in playful, creative projects that allow readers to engage with interactive elements, while providing a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Currently, I am developing a new project: a Kawaii Coffee Shop Coloring Book. The purpose of this project is to create a cozy, inviting world where readers can immerse themselves in a whimsical coffee shop filled with Kawaii-style characters. This coloring book will feature 45-50 unique characters, each involved in various coffee shop activities, such as preparing drinks, sipping coffee, playing music, or enjoying pastries.
The core aim of this project is to combine the relaxing nature of coloring with interactive, creative elements that encourage readers to participate in the scenes. For example, readers can design their own latte art, customize a café menu, or create cozy corners within the coffee shop. By focusing on a Kawaii aesthetic and cozy atmosphere, I aim to attract a broad audience who appreciates cute, playful, and engaging content.
The coloring book is part of my broader strategy to develop a series of interactive, themed books that offer both artistic expression and creative challenges to readers. This project will expand my catalog of high-demand, low-competition books on Amazon KDP and continue to build my brand in the self-publishing market.
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