I'm inspired by the noisy morning chirps, and pops of spring color
that are starting to show.
Sunday, March 31, 2019
Friday, March 29, 2019
Over in the Meadow
It's starting to feel like spring which seemed like the right time to share
Over in the Meadow a book I illustrated many years ago.
It's a sweet sing along that happens in a happy meadow filled with creatures
you can count. All set to a tune you can't get out of your head.
Take a look!
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Simple spring joys
I love to paint and....
pick flowers. Later this month there will be
a smorgasbord of options. But, for now I'm focusing on daffodils!
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Lightening UP
Spring has sprung & it's exciting to wake up to lighter layers.
No more bulky sweaters & the hot tea will soon turn into ice tea!
Friday, March 22, 2019
Hello, World! book series
Look at what just landed at Barnes & Noble... a toddler friendly display holding my Hello, W🌎RLD early learning book series! Being an author was something I never thought I could do. Get married someday, yes. Be a mom, yes. Be an artist, yes. But, write a series of books, no way! I’m dyslexic & throughout my school years I felt like a failure for my reading and writing skills. My brain sees letters that jump around the page & it’s frustrating for me to smoothly piece them together.
Growing up in the early 80’s dyslexia programs were not readily available in my school. I found myself leaning into art & falling behind in what was called “language arts”. About five years ago I got an email from an editor at Doubleday Books. She saw a piece of Solar System art I made & was curious if I’d be interested in writing & illustrating some early learning books. I knew this was a great opportunity (something I’d dreamed of) but, I also thought I wasn’t a writer because I’m dyslexic.
Despite that I decided this was something I needed to try.
I knew writing these books would be a big challenge for me. (Yes, even for a board book with limited text.) Having a generous, smart editor has helped successfully guide me through the process & taught me volumes along the way.
I’m so happy I said yes to this opportunity! Hello, W🌎RLD! continues to grow across the globe & it’s delightful to see toddlers learning & enjoying this series.
Feels so good to overcome a fear & share your talent with others. THANKS!
Growing up in the early 80’s dyslexia programs were not readily available in my school. I found myself leaning into art & falling behind in what was called “language arts”. About five years ago I got an email from an editor at Doubleday Books. She saw a piece of Solar System art I made & was curious if I’d be interested in writing & illustrating some early learning books. I knew this was a great opportunity (something I’d dreamed of) but, I also thought I wasn’t a writer because I’m dyslexic.
Despite that I decided this was something I needed to try.
I knew writing these books would be a big challenge for me. (Yes, even for a board book with limited text.) Having a generous, smart editor has helped successfully guide me through the process & taught me volumes along the way.
I’m so happy I said yes to this opportunity! Hello, W🌎RLD! continues to grow across the globe & it’s delightful to see toddlers learning & enjoying this series.
Feels so good to overcome a fear & share your talent with others. THANKS!
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
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