Whoop!

I am so Happy with my advance copies of 'Say Hello' and Kiss Goodnight'
The production is top quality! They have lovely squiggly covers and beautiful matt inside spreads, which capture my hand printed background perfectly. Fantastic design by Genevieve Webster. Let's hope they do well!
Out in the shops in July. Published by Templar publishing.

My studio

A rare tidy studio at the top, displaying proofs for my next 2 books coming out in July with Templar.
The more real messy working images below.

A NEW POST

Sorry my dear blog, I have abandoned you of late!

For my creative updates it's best to follow me on Instagram or on my Facebook page.

Anyhow... My latest book is in the shops very soon in the USA. (Published by Holiday House.)
WARNING! IT CONTAINS A NAKED SHEEP!
It's a modern fun twist on the traditional rhyme. All about knitting and giving. I really enjoyed working on this.



A lovely review in Kirkus review here.

Another in the School Library Journal, “While toddlers can enjoy the song and illustrations in Baa, Baa, Black Sheep, preschool audiences may have a greater appreciation for the book’s humor and literary references, making it a great storytime selection.”

Oh yes...New books!

I am VERY excited to say that I am working on some new books to be published next year by Templar.
It is joy to be working again with the wonderful Art Director Genevieve Webster (of Rasta Mouse Fame) and the Fabby Editor (and writer) Alison Ritchie. A dream team to me, especially as they worked on my 1st book ever, Cat's Colours back in 1996. (Which still brings in the royalties!)
It is a slight side step in terms of my Artwork, using elements that I have been doing outside my Kids books for a while, including lots of hand printed patterns.
There's a Cat, there's a Lemur and there are surprises!

Colour in the grey

I hope 2015 has started well for you.

It is sometimes grey and cold here in Devon...but it's perfect weather to stay in and work on my new book, do a sketch a day (I've fallen behind already - oh well!) and snuggle in front of an open fire after a long walk on Dartmoor. I love the contrast of the light from the fire and candles in the darkness of winter.

Preparing for my online shop

I'm selecting some of my favourite bits of artwork to sell online...
New shop coming soon.