The Challenge

This series was designed to teach 'tweens how paleontologists uncover fossils, complete with plastic bones encased in rock and real excavation tools. Kids could dig up and assemble a skeleton, then display it in a diorama.

With three titles to produce under tight deadlines, I streamlined the process by using two illustrators per book—one for modern paleontologists and another for the creatures' lives—cutting production time in half.

I branded the series, art directed the books, managed multiple illustration teams, conducted image research, and created spot art throughout.

What I Did:

  • Art Direction
  • Branding
  • Freelance Illustrators Hiring and Managing
  • Graphic Design
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Spot Illustrations
  • Image Research
  • Dieline Creation
  • Final Production & Preflight

Project Type:

Package and Book Design

 

Programs Used:

  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator