Contact

Contact

Email: biancalesaca@gmail.com
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Process Info

Process Info

Have a scroll through below to learn about my services, process, what to expect during a commission, and other nifty details!

Have a scroll through below to learn about my services, process, what to expect during a commission, and other nifty details!

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Books

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Editorials

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Concept Art

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Brand Illustration

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Cover Art

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🍎 Books 🍃 Editorials 🍎 Concept Art 🍃 Brand Illustration 🍎 Cover Art 🍃

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Services

I love making illustrations that bring stories and ideas to life, from picture books, editorial work to personal projects. I approach each one with care and thoughtfulness.

  • Clear communication is at the heart of every project. I help shape ideas, guide the creative process, talk through options, and share work-in-progress updates so you’re never left wondering where things stand.

    Whether you come to me with a clear vision or just a starting point, I’ll help us figure out the rest together.

  • My specialty! I love illustrating picture books and illustrated novels, whether it’s a single cover or an entire book. I create expressive characters and immersive worlds that support the rhythm, emotion, and pacing of every story.

    See my Illustrated Books

  • Illustration really helps ideas and stories resonate with people.

    My love of visual storytelling, expressive characters, and worlds full of personality helps me turn abstract ideas into images that are engaging, memorable, and easy to connect with.

  • I love exploring ideas visually in the early stages of a project, helping find its mood, look, and direction. Through characters, environments, props, and worldbuilding, I create artwork that gives a project something to build from and helps shape its creative vision.

    See Concept Art samples

How Projects Take Shape

Every project follows these same guiding principles: thoughtful collaboration and a clear creative process. While each commission is unique, here's what you can generally expect from working together.

Discovery

Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.

Exploration

I develop concepts, sketches, or visual directions for feedback.

Refinement

We develop the chosen direction in phases, and align with every stage before moving to final artwork.

Final Delivery

Final files are prepared in the agreed format and ready for publication or production.

Different Timelines, Different Processes

Every is a little different and may require different processes. The examples below show how my workflow adapts to differing timelines and requirements. These are not fixed packages. Instead, they serve as a guide to what different productions can realistically accommodate while maintaining quality, cohesion, and healthy workflow.

Quick Turnaround Samples

Shorter production schedule â€ĸ Lineart-focused â€ĸ Direct to Final Art â€ĸ Limited concept development â€ĸ Flat rendering

Illustrated Book (24 pages)

Pre-Production: Minor research, no art tests, no concept art
Production: Thumbnails → direct to Final Art
Finishing Method: Lineart + Flat Colors with some gradients, minimal detailing

Standalone / Editorial Illustration

Pre-Production: Some reference research, no art tests, no concept art
Production: Thumbnails → Direct to final art
Finishing Method: Lineart Inks + Flat Colors with some gradients & textures

Extended Development Samples

Full-production â€ĸ Research & concept development â€ĸ Painterly finishes â€ĸ In-depth feedback

Illustrated Book (24 pages)

Pre-Production: Reference research, concept art, art tests
Production: Thumbnails → Layout Design → Final painting
Finishing Method: Bespoke, full paint with textures, and design elements

Standalone / Cover Art

Pre-Production: Reference research, concept art, art tests
Production: Thumbnails → Layout Design → Final painting and post-processing
Finishing Method: Bespoke, full paint with textures and design elements

  • "Beyond Bianca's aesthetic chops and strengths as an illustrator, her versatility and ability to solve design problems make her an amazing contributor to any project!"

    Scott Chua
    Co-founder of Andas Productions, Co-Author of “Doorkeeper”

  • "Bianca Lesaca is a stunning artist— incredibly talented, with a strong eye for color, texture, and brushwork. She is also flexible with regards to style and medium, and ready to respond creatively to the constraints and requirements of a variety of projects. On top of that, Bianca is an excellent collaborator— always timely with her deliverables, communicative about what she needs, and a joy to work with. Doorkeeper, the graphic novel I co-authored, would not have been possible without her keen vision & thoughtful suggestions."

    Ethan Chua, poet, scholar, co-author of “Doorkeeper”

Got an inquiry or interested in working together?

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