Hello,

I’m Manelle, an illustrator and author. I created Tales Fantastic to help bring your dreams to life.

Feel free to explore the website where you’ll find art, stories, and opportunities to learn.

Or check out the online shop, where you’ll find enchanting originals and prints you can bring home.

Let’s Make Your Dreams Come True

I believe in dreams coming true. If you want to grow your freelance illustration business or travel to a magical place through a story, You’ve come to the right place.

Tales Fantastic was created for dreamers.

Read Enchanting Books

Get inspired by Manelle’s magical books. Each one is designed to take you on a fantastical journey.

Learn How to Find Your Art Style

What does having an art “style” really mean? How do you find your style without feeling stuck?

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Order Custom watercolor paintings. You upload photos and I create original artwork just for you.

Hello, I’m Manelle,

An illustrator, author, and creator of Tales Fantastic. 

I believe stories are essential to living a happy life, not only because they entertain us, but because they teach amazing things and connect us to other humans. 

I love creating illustrated books, and I want to share everything I know about illustration and the publishing world with you. I’m here to help you as an illustrator and storyteller to reach your dream of becoming a professional artist. 

Start Here

Your dream of becoming a professional illustrator starts with you.
Click below to sign up for my free e-mail class. In it, you’ll learn everything I know about finding your art style and how to do it while having fun, and avoiding burnout.

Need a Creative Jumpstart?

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Praise for Tales Fantastic

Artists Who are Finding Their Voice

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Once Upon a Time

Go on a Journey with These Enchanting Stories

Dreamers
Dragons

Dreamers

This story is about taking action rather than just dreaming all day about what you wish would happen. Dreamers A Short Story by Manelle Oliphant Cecily’s mother invited her to…

Work with me to build your own illustration career.

In the Illustration Business Masterclass, I’ll walk you through every step as you create a professional illustration portfolio, present it, and find amazing illustration clients.

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