Amanda MiddletonAmanda Middleton is a talented 32-year-old freelance digital illustrator born in California and raised in Northern Indiana. Although she didn't receive formal art education, Amanda discovered her passion for art during the 2020 lockdown when she foun herself at home due to local RV factory shutdowns and layoffs. During this time, she painted her first portrait and realized her natural talent for acrylic painting.As a mother of two, Amanda faced time constraints and wanted to avoid the mess associated with traditional painting materials. This led her to explore digital illustration as an alternative medium. She quickly adapted to digital tools and techniques, delving into the world of digital illustrations.Amanda's journey as an artist continued as she spent a year practicing and taking lessons to refine her skills. With dedication and perseverance, she made her debut as a storybook illustrator. Her specialization lies in character and environmental concept design and creating full spreads that fully immerse readers in the worlds they are reading about. Read More Read Less