Adam A. FreemanMiddle-Grade & Educational Illustrator

Ink illustration of a girl with a backpack being pulled along by her bull terrier on a lead

– The ACT Workbook for Teens with Anxiety by Patricia Zurita Ona: 22 illustrations (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, forthcoming 2027).

Ink illustration of a girl leaning against a large tree looking annoyed, while her bull terrier has run off on the other side
A moment of playful frustration — capturing the quirks in pet companionship.
Ink illustration of a girl sitting in a forest reading a book, with woodland animals gathering round to look
Quiet wonder: A girl and woodland friends sharing the magic of stories.
Ink illustration of a girl struggling to pull on her wellington boots, drawn from a dynamic low angle
Dynamic perspective and anatomy
in a relatable everyday struggle.
Ink illustration of a bull terrier lying on its back, gazing at a ladybird just in front of its face
Pure delight in small discoveries — the joy of curiosity.

Original Characters
Beautiful Illustration

Inclusive & Approachable

Book Cover Explorations
Hand-crafted samples blending illustration with lettering — eager to refine and collaborate on published covers.

Sample book cover for Rudyard Kipling's How the Camel Got His Hump, with a hand-lettered title and a camel among desert cacti

Hand-lettered sample cover for Rudyard Kipling’s “How the Camel Got His Hump” — classic tale meets expressive ink style.

Sample book cover for Trash-Can Kitchen: a chef and a raccoon in matching red neckerchiefs serving food from a dumpster

“Trash-Can Kitchen”: A whimsical, chaotic culinary adventure with playful characters.

Smoochy Pooch Collection
Charming character scenes from my greetings card and branding exploration — featuring recurring tortoise and snail friends.

Illustration of a tortoise gently placing a snail's broken shell back onto him, from Adam A. Freeman's tortoise and snail collection
Illustration of a tortoise sharing an apple with a snail, offering him a slice, from Adam A. Freeman's tortoise and snail collection
Illustration of a tortoise sheltering a small snail from the rain, from Adam A. Freeman's tortoise and snail collection
Illustration of a tortoise and a snail riding a bicycle together down a hill, from Adam A. Freeman's tortoise and snail collection
Always Near

“Always Near”: Warm, heartfelt designs for cards and products, under my Smoochy Pooch brand (expanding in 2026 with more characters and stories).

Illustrated family portrait card of a mother and her two children, drawn as a character study and on the beach under a parasol

Custom family portrait card: Stylised yet personal, translating real moments into warm, colourful memories — with thoughtful use of light and beach tones.

Illustration of a tortoise at a writing desk, dipping a feather quill into an open heart

A charming reminder that true creativity flows from passion.

The journey of self-discovery, as my tortoise character offers a pencil, symbolizing the tools we need are often within reach.

Sharing the tools to pursue your craft.

Character concepts for The Adventures of Gizmo, Zorg and the Zebra Squad: a purple octopus-like alien with a sword and shield, three zebras and a goat

Character concepts for “The Adventures of Gizmo, Zorg, and The Zebra Squad” — fun, quirky designs for potential stories.

End of lockdown.

Post-lockdown rejoice: Seagulls celebrate the return of full bins — a humorous take on everyday life resuming.

Selection from 16 illustrations supplied for interactive workbook, "I Can't Go To School". Jessica Kingsley Publishers (2022).
– “I can’t go to school!” by Suzy Rowland: 16 illustrations (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2022)
Spot illustrations by Adam A. Freeman for "I can't go to school!" by Suzy Rowland, Jessica Kingsley Publishers (2/2)
Spot illustrations by Adam A. Freeman for "I can't go to school!" by Suzy Rowland, Jessica Kingsley Publishers (1/2)

– “I can’t go to school!” by Suzy Rowland: 16 illustrations (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2022)

Selection of illustrations by Adam A. Freeman for the Cool Connections CBT Workbook by Laurie Seiler, Jessica Kingsley Publishers (1/2)
Selection of illustrations by Adam A. Freeman for the Cool Connections CBT Workbook by Laurie Seiler, Jessica Kingsley Publishers (1/2)

– Cool Connections CBT Workbook by Laurie Seiler: 130+ illustrations (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2020)

Illustration of a grinning hyena on a skateboard with a pink axolotl riding on its back
Illustration of a scruffy, patched-up lion cub skateboarding with its arms flung out

Hyena and lion skateboarding with bold motion and personality — showcasing fun, dynamic character interaction.

Let’s Talk

Whether you’re an art director, designer, or publisher seeking custom illustrations for your next project, I’d love to discuss how we can bring your vision to life.

Email: hello@adamafreeman.co.uk

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© 2026 Adam A. Freeman | hello@adamafreeman.co.uk

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Let's Collaborate

Whether you're an art director, designer, or publisher seeking custom illustrations for your next project, I'd love to discuss how we can bring your vision to life.

Email: hello@adamafreeman.co.uk

Available for new commissions.

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