Illustration
Roberto Gonzalez Illustration
About me
Hi, my name is Roberto Gonzalez, I am Mexican-Canadian freelance illustrator based in Calgary, AB.
I have a major in Graphic Design and Illustration and have done all kinds of illustration throughout my career.
I am now focusing on children’s illustration. I'm an awarded children's book Illustrator with over 20 published picture books, and an active member of the SCBWI. You won't ever be disappointed working with me. You're not just getting a dedicated artist; you're getting someone truly passionate about his work. I’ve had the chance of work with many clients from all over the world.
I enjoy the challenge of creating, because each project undertaken is unique. I am always open to new projects and creative opportunities, so feel free to contact me at roberto@rogolart.com
Awards
By Sharon Clark
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award 2017 & Book Excellence Award Finalist 2019.
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How To Tame Dragons & Hush Hyenas
By Kerry Orchard
Canadian Children's Book Centre "Best Book" selection kids and teens 2018.
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The Caterpillar That Learned to Fly
By Sharon Clark
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award 2016.
Testimonials
Kerry Orchard | Author of "The Adventures in Behaviour Series
"I hired Roberto to do the illustrations for three of my children's books and absolutely loved them. One of the books won a best choice award. Roberto was easy to work with and worked quickly.”.
This was my first foray into the kids book publishing world and was quite anxious about the process. After searching and searching, I found Rob. He was patient, extremely tolerant and gave his take on what I wanted when needed. I was so picky I would have been annoyed with me! Rob man thank you thank you thank you. I'm eternally grateful my brother.
Kurt Baksh | Children’s Novelist Author
This was my first foray into the kids book publishing world and was quite anxious about the process. After searching and searching, I found Rob. He was patient, extremely tolerant and gave his take on what I wanted when needed. I was so picky I would have been annoyed with me! Rob man thank you thank you thank you. I'm eternally grateful my brother.
John Mallery | Creative Director at Tibbee Creek Interactive.
Roberto is insanely talented and so incredibly patient, having worked with me throughout the process to bring my animation to life. I can’t possibly recommend him highly enough.
Sharon Clark | Research Assistant/Lab Manager at University of Calgary
Roberto Gonzalez's work is fantastic! I have hired him to illustrate 4 children's books, and to do other projects. His illustrations are amazing and he is always very professional. He listens to what I want and produces the artwork well and in a timely fashion. We've worked together for over 2 years now - and I highly recommend him! Recently, one book we did together "The Caterpillar That Learned to Fly" won a NABE Pinnacle Achievement Award for Best Book in the category of Children's Educational. The illustrations would definitely have had a huge part in this.
Paul Finkleman | Original Writer and Comedian at Muffaloose Music
"I hired Roberto to do the illustrations for three of my children's books and absolutely loved them. One of the books won a best choice award. Roberto was easy to work with and worked quickly.”.