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Cecilia Steyn is in die Vrystaat gebore. Sy is nog altyd lief vir skilder en skets. Ná skool het sy in die apteekbedryf gaan werk, en sy en haar man, Johan, het twee seuns. Onder leiding van die skrywer Fanie Viljoen, haar broer en mentor, probeer sy op die ouderdom van veertig vir die eerste keer skryf. Haar eerste kortverhaal, Evan se pizza, het in 2015 in Vrouekeur verskyn, en kort daarna is Die meisie op die dak deur LAPA Uitgewers vir publikasie aanvaar. Wanneer sy deesdae nie lees nie, skryf sy. Sy geniet dit ook om haar hande vuil te maak en saam met haar man aan hul huis te help restoureer of in die tuin te werk.

Hi, my name is Elanie and I am a versatile illustrator and graphic designer with a keen eye for humour. I strive to create dynamic, authentic work to bring your ideas to life.

With an extensive background in children's book illustration, I am well-versed in designing for print, as well as digital mediums, and have worked with a broad range of clients, including large publishers like Lapa Uitgewers (a division of Penguin Random House South Africa), and numerous self-publishing authors.

I offer a flexible style that adapts to each brief's individual needs.

Originally from South Africa, I am now based in London.
I value authenticity and representation, creating a world where people, especially children, feel seen and accepted.
When illustrating children's books, I believe it is important cater for children of all backgrounds through characters that are relatable, funny, and uplifting. ​

My characters are almost aways a bit a bit squishy, a bit lanky, a bit disheveled, and unapologetically so.

On top of my illustration work, I enjoy creating hand-lettered typography, and designing layouts that are engaging and full of energy.

Being a fine artist first and foremost, I have worked extensively with traditional mediums such as acrylic painting, pastels, charcoal, graphite, etc.
In university I also experimented with silk screen printing and RISO printing.

This influence gives my work an organic feeling.