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  • 2022
  • Digital& risoprint
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  • Picture Book 

KAKKERLAKJE

The picture book I made the illustrations for, called: 'Lekker in je eigen Kracht,' for the dutch publisher Loopvis, based in Arnhem. In collaboration with comedian Katinka Polderman, I created both the story and illustrations. This charming little book delves into the theme of creative burnout and the journey of rediscovering  your creativity. The narrative unfolds through the adventures of a young witch who has lost all her magical abilities. She goes on journey to re-awaken her creative spirit. It was based on my own experience with a creative burn-out and rediscovering my creativity. The book is made with a fun blend of riso-printed and digital illustrations, making it more colorful and unique. I also wanted to give it a fairtale feeling by adding the borders around the pages. This book is fun for kids but also adults who understand the same feeling. 

Book cover of
A colorful illustration by a talented Utrecht-based illustrator depicts a witch preparing a potion. On the left, she stirs a cauldron with geometric shapes and vibrant colors. On the right, stars and potions float around her, creating a magical scene. Text in Dutch describes the scene.
An illustrated scene by an Utrecht-based illustrator features colorful characters around a table: a ghost, a witch, a green dinosaur, and a yellow bird engaging in conversation. The vibrant background is filled with shades of pink and purple, creating a whimsical atmosphere.
A colorful riso illustration captures a witch sweeping with a broom. To the left, a hand tosses bottles and paper out the window. Dutch text appears beneath each scene, showcasing the illustrator's playful touch with delightful detail.
A vibrant illustration split into two sections: the left showcases a colorful castle with flowers and a starry pathway, perfect for an enchanting print; the right features a pink witch in a hat, arms on hips, standing before a shelf of bottles and jars. Dutch text gracefully weaves through this Utrecht-inspired design.
Left: A black cat, crow, and frog sit with a pensive expression, their colorful eyes contemplating meeting others' expectations. Right: A witch reads atop a tall stack of riso-printed books, pondering the vibrant ways to change her morning routine.
A vibrant illustration of a wizard in a colorful cape and hat gazing at a night sky full of stars, planets, and comets. The scene is enclosed by a decorative pink frame. Text in Dutch graces the bottom, hinting at its origin from Utrecht.
An illustration by a talented illustrator features a person in a witch costume wandering through an enchanted, colorful forest with vibrant purple, pink, and orange trees. Below is a caption in Dutch.

Ellis Tolsma

Illustrator & animator

info@ellistolsma.nl

+316 40818727

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Grave van Solmsstraat 2

3515EN Utrecht

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A small cat with a soft, light grey coat and a pink bow gazes upward, resembling the whimsical style of a colorful riso print. Set against a white backdrop, its features pop like an illustration by an Utrecht-based motion designer.
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