Hi, I'm Daryl-Anne!
I’m a South African illustrator based in Cape Town. With a decade of experience in children's book illustration and 30 years of experience in Desktop publishing and the print industry, I am fully equipped for the entire publishing process.
From a young age, I always loved drawing and painting. Over the year's this has developed into a life-long passion.
Before finding my path in kid-lit, I studied Graphic Design, I worked in the printing industry and Design Studios before I started freelancing on my own for companies such as Oxford University Press, Maskew Miller Learning and Mega Magazines.
Education
1996 - 1999
Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Psychology
Obtained a comprehensive education in psychology and linguistics.
1988
Diploma in Graphic Design
Studied various aspects of graphic design principles. Acquired technical skills in industry-standard software and tools.
Skills & Expertise
- My strengths lie in having a good eye for detail, being organized, and a logical thinker throughout the job process. I am proficient in using a range of design software, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Procreate
What customers have to say!
Abbygale Goosen, CPT
"I loved working with Daryl-Anne from the word go! So efficient, patient and helpful! The tip of the iceberg was the extra mile she went in her service, to make sure everything was perfect! Love it. I’ll be using her for all my future design projects and branding needs!! Thank you Daryl-Ann ❤️"
Elmarie Wessels, JHB
"I have worked with Daryl-Anne over the past eight years and she is such a nice and pleasant person to work with. She knows what she is doing and she will always walk the extra mile to assist and help you. I am looking forward to working with her in years to come. Her work is of excellent standard and I can highly recommend her."
Cyril Turton, JHB
"Hi, I was a first time user (newby) of getting a book off the ground. I appreciated the independent research done that made the sketches relevant to my story. Had lots of question that was asked of me and felt that Daryll and I were on the same page. Appreciated been kept informed and guided on the progress of the book, right up to the printer."
Simon Brewer, PE
"Daryl-Anne has assisted in launching my companies advertising campaign and has created superb industry orientated adverts that not only have been well received by the consumer but have recived numerous positive comments from the publications in which they were placed. Her efficiency, creativity and value for money cannot be praised highly enough."
Mary Jane Botha, PE
"Daryl-Anne is an absolute pleasure to work with. She's creative and inventive as a graphic designer and DTPublisher, produces great results quickly and without fuss, and was always flexible and friendly in meeting both my creative needs and my deadlines."