Hello, and how nice to see an author posting here! I've recently finished illustrating a children's book, and am looking to work with another author; I'm currently majoring in Graphic Arts and Design, and want to expand my portfolio; therefore, payment is not nessecary (I put a dollar ammount for the bid so that my message would post)--I'll ask of you only due credit and a good reference. I'll be more than glad to send you scans of my artwork; my hand-art skills are exceptional, and I'm adept in Adobe Illustrator as well; I love what I do, and work passionately on the projects I am assigned. I will be able to send you scans of my ideas for your characters (after reading your story, which sounds sweet) for your approval, as well as scans of the artwork as it progresses--I feel that communication between an artist and their employer is more than essential for the finished product to meet what you envision. "Cartoony" or realistic-styling, computer-rendered graphics or hand-art; the options are yours, and I pride myself in my flexibility (next to my talent). I can also provide a reference for you (the last author that I worked with), should you like. I hope to hear from you soon!
~Charmaine