Starter
10 illustrations · short books & early readers
$1,200USD
- 10 full-page illustrations
- Cover illustration
- Professional book layout
- Amazon KDP-ready files
- Unlimited sketch revisions
Children's Book Illustration
Turn your manuscript into a beautiful children's book readers will remember.
Professional illustration by Dirceu Veiga — 30+ years bringing children's stories to life. A complete, guided process from first sketch to Amazon KDP-ready files.
- 30+ years experience
- Amazon KDP ready
- Unlimited sketch revisions
Meet the Illustrator
Dirceu Veiga — visual storyteller for children's books.
For more than three decades, Dirceu has illustrated children's books that turn manuscripts into worlds children want to return to. He isn't a generalist freelancer — children's storytelling is his craft. Every page is built to support the narrative, hold a young reader's attention, and read clearly at every size, from a tablet to a printed paperback.
Authors work directly with Dirceu from the first sketch to the final Amazon KDP file. No account managers, no hand-offs — just an experienced illustrator guiding you through the process.
30+
Years illustrating
100s
Pages published
1:1
Direct with the artist
Portfolio
Illustrations that bring stories to life.
A selection of children's book pages across watercolor, digital painting and vector styles.
How the process works
A clear, milestone-based process — designed for first-time authors.
- 1
Send your manuscript
Once we agree on the package, you send the complete text. Dirceu reads the full story before anything is drawn.
- 2
Sketch approval
Pencil sketches for every page. Unlimited revisions in this phase — nothing moves forward until you're happy.
- 3
Coloring approval
Sketches become fully colored illustrations. At this stage, only color adjustments are included — drawings are locked.
- 4
Layout & delivery
The complete book is professionally laid out and delivered as Amazon KDP-ready files, ready to publish.
Packages
Two ways to bring your book to life.
Pricing is transparent. Final scope is confirmed by email after we discuss your manuscript.
Premium
32 illustrations · full picture books
$3,300USD
- 32 full-page illustrations
- Cover illustration
- Professional book layout
- Amazon KDP-ready files
- Unlimited sketch revisions
- Best value per page
Payment plan
Milestone payments that protect both sides.
Instead of one large upfront payment, work is split into three milestones. You always see results before releasing the next payment.
30%
Deposit on project start
40%
After sketch approval
30%
After final color approval
This milestone structure keeps the project moving and protects both the author and the illustrator.
Timeline
Around two months from start to delivery.
Most projects take roughly 2 months from approved manuscript to final delivery. The exact schedule depends on project complexity and how many revision rounds you'd like during the sketch phase.
Typical schedule
- Week 1 — manuscript review & first sketches
- Weeks 2–4 — sketch rounds and approval
- Weeks 4–7 — full coloring
- Weeks 7–8 — layout and KDP-ready delivery
Why authors choose Dirceu
An illustrator who understands the publishing journey.
Storytelling first
Every illustration is built to support the narrative — not just decorate the page.
Publishing-ready files
Delivered in the exact format Amazon KDP and other platforms need. No technical headaches.
Unlimited sketch revisions
The sketch phase is where your book is shaped. Refine until every page feels right.
Clear approval process
You always know what stage we're in and what's expected from you next.
Direct with the artist
You email Dirceu directly. No account managers, no broken telephone.
Experienced eye
Three decades of children's illustration means age-appropriate composition, color and pacing.
FAQ
Common questions from first-time authors.
Do I own the illustrations?
Yes. Upon final payment, full commercial and publishing rights to the illustrations created for your book are transferred to you.
Can I publish on Amazon KDP?
Absolutely — that's exactly what the final files are prepared for. You can also use them on other print-on-demand and e-book platforms.
Can I request revisions?
Yes. The sketch phase includes unlimited revisions so we can refine composition and storytelling freely. After sketch approval, color adjustments are included; new drawings would be a separate project.
What if I've never published a book before?
You're in the right place — most authors I work with are publishing their first book. The process is designed to guide you step by step, with email check-ins at every milestone.
How long does the process take?
Approximately 2 months from approved manuscript to delivery, depending on complexity and revision rounds.
How does payment work?
Three milestone payments: 30% deposit on project start, 40% after sketch approval, and 30% after final color approval.
Your story deserves illustrations children will never forget.
Let's discuss your manuscript and find the best illustration package for your book.
Contact Dirceu by emailOr write directly to hello@veigacreative.com