Hello! I’m an illustrator and designer. I work with people and businesses to attract customers and add personality with vibrant illustrations.

What they say…

  • "Receiving Karen's images has always been a joy, and right from the moment we receive them, they shape our entire production. I love looking up at the screens at venues such as the Sydney Opera House in the leadup to our productions and seeing Karen's illustrations displayed. Delightful, quaint and fun, Karen has created pictures that we are really proud of and capture exactly the texture of what we are trying to say. They have helped us build our image with our production partners, including the schools we visit."

  • "One of the best things about working on picture books is the opportunity I have to see my words brought to life with clever and insightful illustration. I feel lucky to have worked with Karen Erasmus on four picture books so far and I hope we have more in our future. Above all, Karen is a delight to work with! "

  • "I got in touch with Karen after I had written some poems for my grandsons and wanted them to be illustrated for framing as gifts. I researched different illustrators on line and found Karen’s style to be just what I was looking for. I sent her some photos for reference and was absolutely delighted with what she came up with. The illustrations capture exactly the themes of the poems. Each of my three little grandsons now have my poems with Karen’s illustrations hanging on their bedroom walls and I couldn’t be more pleased or proud with the end result. Karen was very easy to communicate with and the work was all completed in a very professional and timely manner. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for illustrative work and design. "

    Val Mackintosh

  • It was such a pleasure working with Karen. She responded to our brief with creative and clever illustrations that are perfect for our target audience of early readers. Great communication, timely delivery of files and beautiful drawings – thanks Karen!

Goodies in the Shop

I sell a bunch of different products featuring my illustrations.

Wander over to my shop and have a browse.

Services

  • Illustration

    I provide illustration to businesses to add personality to brands. You can attract customers quickly by visually explaining your business with clear illustrations.

  • Graphic Design

    Do you need your images and text to be delivered correctly for printers or online? I offer graphic design services with years of experience. Whether for exhibition spaces, posters, online marketing or printed on fabrics.

  • Products

    Each month I can be found at Emu Plains Market I sell a range of illustrated products such as books and cards. I also design and sell ‘Sew Together’ doll kits and illustrated tea towels.

I’m really proud to be involved with this wonderful organisation. They have so far brought over 3 million books to disadvantaged children throughout Australia. Click on the logo to find out more.

Podcasts about illustration, design and creative writing that I love…