ABOUT

Elena is a Canadian freelance illustrator and a perinatal nurse. She specializes in creating adorable characters for 0-3 years kids.

The first picture book she illustrated swiftly garnered acclaim, reaching the finals for three prestigious Canadian awards within just a year of its release. Dans les souliers d’Amédée won the Prix des Libraires in 2024.

Elena lives in the outskirts of Montreal, Quebec, with her husband and daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys knitting and cooking, but above all, she loves spending time outdoors with her family.

contact

contact@elenacomtestudio.com

Testimonials

  • “Working with Elena was a dream! Her infectious enthusiasm and openness to ideas fueled a collaborative journey, resulting in charming and playful artwork that perfectly captured my vision. It exceeded my expectations and is a true testament to her talent. I highly recommend Elena!”

    Leslie Mechanic
    Art Director - Simon & Schuster

  • “What stood out the most was her ability to not only grasp the essence of my vision but also to enhance and bring it to life with her unique perspective. Her open communication style and receptiveness to feedback made the entire process smooth and enjoyable.”

    Maria Horner
    BubbaBoo UK

  • “I wholeheartedly recommend Elena to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated illustrator. Her rare artistic skill set and passion for each project are evident in the final results. If you're looking for someone who can turn ideas into visual masterpieces, Elena is the artist you've been looking for.”

    Mr Kelly Hyatt
    Lagom Design

  • “I've had the pleasure of working with Elena several times now, and it's been an absolute pleasure every time. I'm always impressed to discover the cute designs she comes up with after sharing my theme with her.  Her quick responses and flawless communication make these collaborations a breeze. She's also willing to make changes, which is much appreciated, although it was hardly required.”

    Andrea Hild
    Nuukk

  • “It was our first time working with Elena and she made the whole process go smoothly. She made it easy to visualize the package outcome from the start. She shared detailed information on techniques and styles, offering alternatives to express our illustration ideas. The perfect package result reflects her skills, insightful advice, and openness to accommodate small changes for the Japanese market. We look forward to collaborating again on a seasonal package for Fika!”

    Dominika Szmid
    Gas As Interface

Published books

Gründ Québec Notre plus beau cadeau. 2024. Canada.

Éditions Milan Les imagiers Babille - Je mange. 2024. France.

Orca Book Publishers EN: Nevin Knows. FR: Ce que Samuel sait. 2025. Canada.

Simon & Schuster Bundle Up, Little Pup. 2023. USA.

Éditions Fonfon Dans les souliers d’Amédée. 2022. Canada.

Audio Books

Radio-Canada OHdio Dans les souliers d’Amédée by Véronique Lambert read by Marie-Thérèse Fortin. Original music by David Senécal. Production by Éditions Fonfon in collaboration with Studio Bulldog.

Distinctions

For Dans les souliers d’Amédée published by Éditions Fonfon;

Finalist Prix TD de littérature canadienne pour l'enfance et la jeunesse 2023

Winner Prix des Libraires du Québec 2024 Catégorie 0-5 ans

Finalist Prix Peuplier Forêt de la Lecture 2024

Finalist Prix littéraire jeunesse du Cégep de Granby 2023

Photo of Elena Comte holding the book she illustrated Dans les souliers d'Amedee while standing outside near a canal in Amsterdam.

selected clients

Adobe Creative Cloud, Chaque Jour Compte, Charlotte & Charlie, Bubba Boo, Dille & Kamille, Kase Me Design, Lagom Design, Meraki & La Maison Simons, Mitsukoshi Isetan Department Store, Nuukk, American Greetings; Papyrus, Piccalio, Unwind Studio, Veille sur Toi.

FEATURED IN

Nuukk’s Blog Interview with Elena Comte

Lagom Design Creative Blog Elena Comte: Nurse, Teacher, Mother, Artist

Paper & Cloth trend publication (P&C Stories), AW23 issue

Paper & Cloth trend publication (P&C Stories), AW22 issue

Creative Quarters by Art Director Louise Richards.

Caring Colouring 2 Project by Jehane Ltd.

Creative Howl Bedtime Story Illustration - My Inspiration & Process.