Will Coats
Will Coats is an illustrator dedicated to the architecture of wonder. He approaches the image as a narrative catalyst—the precise spark that transforms a curious glance into a profound "What if?"
His work lives at the intersection of cinematic scale and tactile intimacy, utilizing dramatic light to simplify complex emotions and ignite the reader’s imagination. Whether building expansive "portal fantasies" or distilling the gritty essence of an adventure, Coats creates visuals that act as a direct line to a reader’s intuition. His mission is to ensure that every visual spark leads to the most vital action in children’s literature: turning the next page.
Website: willcoatsart.com/
Instagram: @willcoatsart
Email: will.coats.77@gmail.com
The Frozen North
In the land of gold and ghosts, where the frost bites deeper than regret, men gamble their souls against the icy grip of the Yukon
Learning to Fly
When a 'surprise from the stars' arrives without the wings or the voice of the others, his family worries he may never catch the wind. But this isn't a story about learning to fly—it’s a story about learning to swim. A lyrical picture book celebrating neurodiversity and unique perspectives, showing that when we stop measuring a spirit by the heights it reaches, we discover the depths where it truly soars.
