2025 | Children's Publishing
| Professional
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She/her - Why did you create this work?
The story is about an Indian girl with a large birthmark on her cheek. It makes her very insecure. She gets bullied by her family and she runs away. It is really about self acceptance and the ability to take your life in your own hands. The story is written by Jeroen Franck. - How were your illustrations used?
It is published in 2022 as a children's book for age 7 – 9 y/o - What materials and techniques did you use?
I used mostly acrylics and colored pencils. - Was this project commissioned?
Commissioned - Commissioner Name
Samsara Books - Commissioner Company
Samsara Books - Commissioner Instagram
@samsarabooks - Personal Website or Portfolio Link
jannekeipenburg.com
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@janneke_ipenburg_illustration - Biography
Janneke Ipenburg is born in the Netherlands and a children's book illustrator for 7 years. As an author/illustrator she made two picture books. Last year she created the poster for IBBY International Children's Book Day 2025. - Where are you currently based?
Netherlands
