Open the actual Procreate files from the course. See how I organized the layers, which blend modes I used, why I structured it that way. It's like looking over my shoulder while I work.
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Step by step, you’ll go from a blank page to publishing your very first finished book.
Join now and reveal the complete process. No skipped steps, no confusing jargon.
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I'm Freya Kotchakorn. I've been doing digital illustration for over 15 years, working with brands like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., and Sephora. I also teach Procreate workshops at Apple Stores and have helped over 80,000 students learn digital art through my online course platform.
Across every art community, I’ve seen the same question popping up over and over again. "How do I turn my story into an actual children's book?"
Parents wanting to make something special for their kids. Illustrators trying to build portfolios. People with ideas they didn't know how to finish.
Giving the speech at the Apple store
And here's what I learned: illustration is just a part of the process. There’s a bunch of other crucial steps people get stuck on.
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All three paths use the same workflow. All three end with a real, published book.
From the first idea to your published book - digital or printed. Story structure, character design, page layouts, illustration techniques, file prep, publishing platforms. The whole thing, in order, nothing skipped.
You're not doing random practice drawings. Every lesson moves your actual book forward.
By the end, you have a finished book, not a folder of disconnected sketches.
Canvas settings, color modes, DPI, export formats. The “boring stuff” that trips everyone up. We explain it in plain English so you don't mess it up.
Whether you've never written a story or never illustrated anything, you'll go step by step through the real process.
In 13 lessons, you will:
Learn what makes children's stories connect with young readers
Design characters that feel instantly lovable
Plan page layouts that guide the eye and tell your story
Create finished illustrations from sketch to final artwork
Keep your style consistent across every page
Add text that works with your images
Design a book cover that grabs parents’ attention
Set up your files correctly for digital publishing
Choose the right platform and actually upload your book
Handle the publishing process without panicking
By the end, you’ll have a full book filled with illustrations that reflect your creativity, your progress, and your very own artistic voice.
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Children’s books never go “out of season.” Parents buy them for birthdays, holidays, bedtime, trips, and teachable moments — while grandparents, relatives, and teachers constantly need new reads for little ones.
Unlike other creative markets, one well-made children’s book can sell steadily for years if it solves a real need — from potty training to starting school to celebrating diversity — because parents actively search for these topics.
Most authors who finish one book make another, then another — creating a growing collection that sells passively. This course gets your first book done, and once you know the workflow, you can create gifts or full series with the exact same process.
Before creating this Children’s Book Illustration Mastery with Procreate, I ran an extensive survey. I had conversations with students to list the biggest pain points they experienced when trying out other courses out there.
...were some of the most common answers.
I've carefully designed the Children’s Book Illustration Mastery with Procreate to include everything you need and avoid the typical setbacks your kid might encounter with other courses.
Every lesson moves at a calm, beginner-friendly pace, so you can pause, replay, and learn comfortably as your story and artwork take shape.
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Check out the complete breakdown of the course curriculum and see exactly how you'll go from blank page to published children's book.
Module 1: Welcome & Getting Started
Module 2: Fast Foundations
Module 3: Crafting Stories & Magical Characters
Module 4: Bringing Your Book to Life
Module 5: Publishing Your Story to the World (Coming Soon)
Module 6 (Bonus): Illustration Practice
When you join Children’s Book Illustration Mastery with Procreate, you'll get lifetime access to every lesson, project file, and bonus brush set — all easy to follow on any device.
Plus, you’ll receive a fun Certificate of Completion to celebrate their creative journey!
Everything you need to make your book look like it came from a real publisher, not someone's first attempt.
20 brushes made specifically for children's books. They give you that soft, hand-painted look instead of that harsh digital feel. Install them in 2 minutes and you're ready to paint.
20 brushes made specifically for children's books. They give you that soft, hand-painted look instead of that harsh digital feel. Install them in 2 minutes and you're ready to paint.
2 color combos that actually work together. No more guessing if your greens clash with your pinks. Just pick from the palette and your pages will feel cohesive.
2 color combos that actually work together. No more guessing if your greens clash with your pinks. Just pick from the palette and your pages will feel cohesive.
3 templates with margins and guides already set up. Single page, double spread, and a full 16-page book layout. Even if this sounds confusing right now, I walk you through exactly how to use them.
3 templates with margins and guides already set up. Single page, double spread, and a full 16-page book layout. Even if this sounds confusing right now, I walk you through exactly how to use them.
Open the actual Procreate files from the course. See how I organized the layers, which blend modes I used, why I structured it that way. It's like looking over my shoulder while I work.
Open the actual Procreate files from the course. See how I organized the layers, which blend modes I used, why I structured it that way. It's like looking over my shoulder while I work.
4+ hours of bonus lessons from our best-selling Masterclass for Procreate. You'll design and paint a Peony Fairy character from scratch.
4+ hours of bonus lessons from our best-selling Masterclass for Procreate. You'll design and paint a Peony Fairy character from scratch.
A community of artists and my team, there to cheer you on. Share your rough drafts, get feedback, ask questions when you're stuck. Way better than trying to figure everything out alone.
A community of artists and my team, there to cheer you on. Share your rough drafts, get feedback, ask questions when you're stuck. Way better than trying to figure everything out alone.
Work at your own pace, whether during nap time, after dinner, or any quiet moment you can find, and still finish a real children’s book you can gift, publish, or use to test the market.
This course is not just about drawing. It helps you create something that lasts: a story your family can keep, share, and treasure for years.
No need to guess if it’s right for you. Test drive the course by doing these FREE lessons and see real progress before enrolling.
Look, I get it. This isn't a $10 course, and you don't know if my teaching style will work for you..
So here's the deal: Take the whole course. Start your book. Follow the lessons. If you don't think it's helping you get closer to a finished book, just email me within 30 days for the full refund.
You risk absolutely nothing. The only way you lose is by not trying.
*Narrated by a speaker in English language. Native Subtitles (English) and auto-translated subtitles (Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese-Brazil, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Ukrainian) are also available for more clarity or for students with hearing impairment.
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That’s ok. There are lots of ways you can learn to create art.
| Price 💸 | Convenience 👌 | Time Investment ⏰ | Guarantee 🔒 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youtube | Free! (Usually… You just have to watch the ads they show you.) |
Ready when you are, but no clear curriculum to follow. | Unlimited. There are so many different people to follow and videos to watch - you could spend the rest of your life watching videos and still not know what to do next. | None. |
| Art School | $$$$$ Anywhere from $15,000 to $60,000+ every YEAR. |
Somewhat convenient. All of your classes will be on one campus… You just have to drive there and attend class… every day. |
2 to 8 years, depending upon your degree program and chosen path. | None. |
| Local Art Classes | from $ to $$$ |
Somewhat convenient. Classes will be in your local area, but there’s no promise that you’ll be able to find classes or instructors that fit your artistic goals. |
Unknown. Depends on what classes are available and if you can fit them into your schedule. | None. |
| Skillshare | It’s hard to find this information on their website, but Skillshare is $36 a month - every month. | Convenient. Courses are available on demand… but you do have to figure out your own curriculum and which teachers are best for your needs. | Unlimited. Just like with YouTube, there are so many different offerings - you’re likely to spend hours upon hours trying to find the right options for you. | “Payments are nonrefundable and there are no refunds or credits for partially used periods.” |
| Trial & Error | The sky’s the limit! Depending on how much you want to spend on supplies, you could save a little… or you might end up spending an absolute fortune. |
Somewhat convenient. It’s all at your own pace - but there’s also no outside help provided. | Unlimited. Just like with YouTube, there are so many different offerings - you’re likely to spend hours upon hours trying to find the right options for you. | None. |
*Prices in USD. Limited time offer. Expires Thursday, February 9, 2023 at midnight.