Services and Pricing
Everything you need to know about my services: What I offer, how my workflow is structured, and how costs are calculated.
Illustration
Hidden Object Illustrations (Wimmelbilder)
Detailed scenes filled with numerous characters and stories – perfect for showcasing diverse situations and information. Wimmelbilder are commonly used in public communication, magazines, books, or advertising campaigns.
Price: For an estimate, use my price calculator for Hidden Object Pictures:
Mascots
Mascots are like living logos – they convey messages, emotions, and create brand recognition. After an initial briefing, I create concept sketches, which are refined based on feedback. The final character is delivered in the requested poses.
Price: From 2.500€ net, depending on detail and number of poses.
Editorial Illustrations
Illustrations for magazines, newspapers, or online articles that enhance content and engage readers. By closely collaborating with graphic designers, I ensure seamless integration into the layout.
Price: From 500€ net per illustration, depending on style and complexity.
Advertising Visuals
Illustrative campaign visuals for print, online, and out-of-home advertising, tailored for different formats. In collaboration with graphic designers, I ensure the best visual impact. If needed, I can also provide layout, typography, and print file preparation.
Price: From 1.000€ net, depending on style, scope, format, and usage rights.
Books / Picture Books
Whether it’s a softcover booklet for a mascot story, a classic children’s book with text and illustrations, or a high-quality hardcover picture book, I create individual illustrations or handle the full design process, including print-ready files. This service is primarily aimed at businesses and organizations, as picture books tend to be complex projects with corresponding budgets.
Preis: 1.800 – 7.000€ netto, abhängig von Stil, Umfang, Format und Nutzungsrechten.
Maps
Clear and visually appealing maps that help visitors navigate intuitively. Unlike technical or geographically accurate maps, these focus on clarity, easy orientation, and aesthetic appeal—ideal for events, parks, cultural sites, or tourist attractions.
Price: From 900€ net, depending on detail and format.
Stage Design Illustrations
Custom illustrations for stage sets, adapted to production requirements. In collaboration with stage designers, I create vector-based digital illustrations suitable for print and stage construction. The physical production is handled by the respective production team.
Price: From 800€ net, depending on style and scope.
Animation
Explainer Videos
Complex topics explained in a clear and engaging way: I create custom explainer videos that convey your message in a visually compelling manner. I collaborate with experienced partners in scriptwriting and audio production. From script and storyboard to illustration, animation, voice-over, and sound design, I deliver a well-crafted video that brings your message to life.
Price: From 3.000€ net for approximately 60 seconds, depending on style and complexity.
Animated Advertising Visuals
From static to animated! You provide the open design files, and I animate your existing advertising motifs for web, social media, or out-of-home advertising. Motion design makes posters, banners, and ads more eye-catching—optimized for various formats such as city lights, info screens, Instagram Stories, and more.
Price: 400–3.000€ net, depending on complexity, number of animations, and formats.
Projections & Slideshows
Visual productions for events. Whether for trade shows, concerts, performances, corporate events, or award shows—I create animated projections and slideshows that elevate your event. Perfect for atmospheric storytelling and visually captivating presentations.
Price: From 600€ net, depending on length and complexity.
Workflow
The workflows described below represent my standard process. However, some projects may require adjustments. The process will be discussed in detail during the briefing and quotation phase.
Illustration Projects
1. Inquiry & Consultation – What do you need? We clarify style, scope, and intended use.
2. Quotation – You receive a non-binding cost estimate.
3. Concept & Feedback – I create initial sketches, and you provide feedback.
4. Finalization & Feedback – After approval of the concept, I complete the project, followed by another feedback round.
5. Delivery – Once finalized, you receive the completed files in your required formats.
Hidden Object Illustrations (Wimmelbilder)
1. Initial Consultation & Style Definition – We determine the preferred illustration style, format, and key elements of the scene.
2. Concept & Layout – I create a rough sketch defining the composition and main elements. The focus is on overall composition, placement of key subjects, and scene dynamics.
3. Feedback & Adjustments – The layout is refined based on your feedback before moving to the detailed illustration phase.
4. Final Illustration & Character Details – Once the composition is approved, I finalize the illustration. Due to the high number of characters and details, additional sketch rounds are not feasible at this stage.
5. Final Review & Delivery – You receive the finished illustration in your required formats and resolutions.
Animated Advertising Visuals
1. Briefing & Format Clarification – What design files are available? What kind of animation is needed?
2. Animation & Effects – I animate existing motifs or create new motion elements.
3. Platform Optimization – If required, I adapt the format for various platforms (social media, digital signage, projections, etc.).
4. Delivery & Final Review – You receive the finished animation in all necessary formats.
Explainer Videos
1. Initial Consultation & Briefing – We define the objectives, content, style, and tone of the video.
2. Script & Storyboard – You can provide your own script or have it developed by me and my partners. Based on the script, I create a storyboard that outlines the video scene by scene.
3. Illustration – Once the storyboard is approved, I design the visuals in the selected style. These will serve as the foundation for the animation.
4. Animation & Timing – I animate the video using placeholder audio to establish the correct timing and flow. This allows for review and adjustments before final voice-over recording.
5. Audio & Final Touches – Once the animation is approved, the professional voice-over is recorded and synchronized with music and sound effects. Final refinements ensure perfect alignment between visuals and audio.
6. Finalization & Delivery – After your final review, you receive the completed video in your desired format—ready for use!