Clara Elffers who is known for her illustration, design, and art. Also known as Clara Grace Illustrates.

hi, i’m clara grace!

I’m a Cleveland-based illustrator & designer who never lost her love for color and childlike whimsy! I hold a BFA in Illustration & Creative Writing from Taylor University.

people i’ve illustrated for:

Thinklings Books

Simple Solutions Learning Inc.

Modelle-Metcalf Gallery

Parkside Church

The Em & Mom Podcast

Independent Authors

publications & awards:

Artwork, Poetry, and Prose— Parnassus Literary Journal, 2025

2025 Illustrator of the Year— Taylor University

1st Place Design— 2025 Metcalf Open: “B is for Book Boyfriend”

1st Place Design— 2022 Metcalf Open: “Oh, Summer!”

client testimonial:

“Clara was the absolute best to work with. She listened and understood our needs and designed exactly what we asked for. Pricing was fair and delivery was super timely. It was perfect. We are so happy we chose Clara!” —Em and Mom Podcast

a potted plant, a bird, a birthday cake with candles, an open book, a pair of sunglasses, balloons, party hats, a frog, a squirrel, a raccoon, a cat, a dog, a doll, a clock, a mannequin, a plant, a photo frame, a dice, a mug, and other decorative items.