PROJECT 04 / ILLUSTRATION & LAYOUT2026
Thandi’s Jozi Quest.
A colourful children’s story about curiosity, courage, and seeing Johannesburg anew.
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01 / THE BRIEFWhere it
Where it
began.
Imagine a gentle tale in which a curious young girl and her loyal sausage dog search Johannesburg for a legendary bird said to protect the city.
02 / THE APPROACHThe thinking
The thinking
behind it.
- 01
Develop a bright, approachable palette and geometric type direction for young readers.
- 02
Explore character, cover, and interior-page compositions that bring the city and its hidden magic to life.
- 03
Bring the phoenix to the centre of the story through richly coloured illustration.
03 / THE FINAL WORKThe idea,
The idea,
made real.
A storybook concept with cover artwork, illustrated interior spreads, and a playful visual world for Thandi and Soldaat.