About

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I enjoy world-building and crafting whimsical, fun characters, especially silly or uplifting ones. I work primarily in watercolor, Prismacolor pencils, ink, and acrylic, creating vibrant, hand-painted pieces rich with texture . With an animation and fine art background, I’m drawn to the magic of picturebooks, where storytelling and illustration blend seamlessly to create intimate, imaginative spaces for children to explore, escape, and learn.

Andrea Yomtob, Picture Book Illustrator

I am a published picture book Illustrator in Los Angeles, CA.

I graduated Art Center College of Design, cum laude in Illustration. I had a 20-year career as a 2d/3d animator, primarily at Nickelodeon Studios and Film Roman, where I contributed to many Emmy-nominated shows. (i.e. Dora The Explorer, SpongeBob Squarepants, King Of The Hill, The Simpsons, etc.)

I was a Finalist in the #PBParty Illustration Showcase in 2025, 2024 & 2023. In 2021, I won the SCBWI LA #KTIllustrates Award.  I’m an active member of SCBWI, 12×12, and two critique groups.

I take pride in meeting deadlines, communicating clearly, and uncovering creative treasures through collaboration and iterative revision. I am actively pursuing picture book illustration opportunities and connecting with publishers, editors, and agents who share a passion for storytelling and visual artistry.

If you’d like to see my original written and illustrated DUMMIES, please email me at [email protected] to request the password.

Want to Know More?:

  • I’m a Fine Artist who studied for 25 years with Nicaraguan painter & poet, Omar d’Leon. My oil & wax paintings, LA Times interview, etc. are on my other website HERE.
  • I love writing picture books too! I have a 1-on-1 writing mentorship with a published author.
  • I’m a mom. My kiddos are ages 5 & 8. My bunny is 11.
  • I love history, but I did not always feel that way. Watching British Archaeology shows and the ordinary lives of historical figures (ie. Egyptian, Roman, British Monarchy, Vikings, etc.) is a favorite pastime.
  • I love slowing down to watch nature’s small moments. So, it’s no surprise I love gardening!
  • I’m inspired by small acts of kindness, my children, happy accidents, how things work, genealogy, where things come from, symbolism among various cultures, and lesser-known facts.

Books on my nightstand:

  • Harry Potter and The Goblet Of Fire
  • Writing Picture Books by Ann Whitford Paul
  • Pete The Cat and Bob Books (my 5-year-old loves these books and is learning to read)
  • The Bee Without Wings by Amberlea Williams (I’m a fan of it for many reasons, but it’s one in a long line of checked-out library PB books to study.)

NOTABLES

EDUCATION

AFFILIATIONS

  • SCBWI Member: Ten Years +

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

  • 25-Year Oil Painting Mentorship with Nicaraguan Poet and Painter Omar d’León. You can see my Fine Artwork HERE.
  • LACMA , Los Angeles County Museum of Art Docent for ages K-12 , (2007 – 2013)

PROFICIENT IN

  • Traditional Painting Techniques (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Gouache)
  • Drawing
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • Many others…