I’m a huge fan of commissioning artists whenever I hit a milestone in my writing. That’s why I made a whole list guide of some rad artists currently open for commissions over on The Great Noveling Adventure. It’s really fun to see your characters come to life in art!
Today I decided to take a trip down memory lane and pull out some of my favorite commissions from years gone by. The vast majority are by my incredibly talented sister, Laura Hollingsworth, in exchange for slavery services. She’s a freelance illustrator–go check her out!
There’s also one by the amazing Lora Innes, and one was done by Claparo-Sans (I’ve noted both in case you can’t spot them).
So hover over the images for more information or click to see them nice and big. Let’s have a look at some fun old (and new) art!
My first(ish) book character concepts (post-draft). c. 2009. TFE.
Cedrin – Drawn by Lora Innes. TFE.
Adria from WEBBED, drawn by Claparo-Sans. c. 2010.
WEBBED: Lance and Ian step out. c. 2010.
Scene Concept for early POPINJAY draft. c. 2011.
I think I was going to give Talvas a niece and his servant boy was going to have a crush on her? I don’t even. But this is funny. c. 2011.
Reboot concept art for Talvas. c. 2015.
Reboot concept art for May. c. 2015.
Velimir’s first concept sketch by Laura. Huge influence on his character design! c. 2012.
Velimir (BLESSINGS) celebrating his official naming. c. 2012.
Luc, Velimir, and Melle concept. c. 2012.
Presented without comment. c. 2012.
Melle and Vel (BLESSINGS). c. 2013
Eleazar’s first concept (BLESSINGS). c. 2012.
Luc (ILLUMINATE) as my graduation present for myself. c. 2014.
A sketch for my birthday! c. 2014.
Perl (ILLUMINATE). “Draw her as if she just saw Luc in a speedo!” c. 2013.
Cahir concept. c. 2014.
Luc Concept. c. 2013
Perl concept. c. 2013.
Written by me and illustrated by Laura. c. 2014.
Luc and Perl dance (to go with the Vel and Melle one). c. 2014.
Have you ever commissioned an artist? Leave a comment and show off their art!
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