About Me

Hi, I'm Truly Sandra

I'm a self-taught digital children's book illustrator and graphic designer based in Lagos Island, Nigeria. My work is colorful, whimsical, and made for stories that need expressive characters, playful scenes, and a warm visual world young readers can step into.

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My Story

I Help Authors Make Their Book Feel Real

I started working as a freelance picture book illustrator in 2021, and since then I have been growing a body of work around children's stories, character moments, book covers, and illustrated pages. I care about making the process feel clear, especially for independent authors and first-time authors who are still figuring out what they need.

  • Colorful semi-3D illustration with expressive characters and playful story moments.
  • Support with covers, interiors, typography, and final book files when the project needs it.
  • Simple author website and launch page support when your book needs an online home.

How I Work

Clear, Colorful, and Personal

When I work on a book, I am thinking about the feeling of the story, the child reading it, and the author trusting me with something close to their heart.

Story First

I begin with the feeling of the story, the needs of young readers, and the personality of each character.

Clear Steps

I keep the next steps easy to follow, from visual direction to artwork, revisions, final files, and optional website support.

Launch Ready

I can help the work extend beyond illustration into book design, formatting, and a simple web presence for your book.