Book Illustration - First final designs

Ive finally been able to start creating the illustrations for the book design, the author has decided not to publish so i can use the monopoly board within the designs if i want too.

Ive gone for a wuite simplistic approach to these illustrations, i thought that if i couldn't use paints, that line drawings that are detailed could be a bit stiff for children's books. So I've gone for a simplistic style with greys scale artist brush pens to add hints of shadow to create depth, whilst keeping the background to a minimum so it is quite contemporary and not too fussy.

I actually really like these designs and i am enjoying doing them now i have been able to start them, and as the deadline isn't till june, i have plenty of time to get them all done with style.