It begins with an idea…
Out comes the sketchbook and frantic drawing or painting commences. I get the idea down as quickly as possible before it gets away. This then gives me a lively image to base a final piece on.

THE FLYING LESSON
sketchbook work before painting the final illustration
I can make your story fly!
“Seeing an illustrator’s sketchbook is like seeing them naked. There lies within the creative ideas in their rawest form. Here’s a sneaky peek at my sketchbook - me with my pants down. But not literally though, because that would be rude and just plain embarrassing for everyone, not just me.”
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The Dragon Roared! For a middle grade story - 'Greta Able's Flippin' Fable'

The Brothers Prepare to Battle the Beast - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'

The Brothers in Their Den Look Out for the 'Thing' - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'

Charlie Munches a Biscuit - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'

The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 2

The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 1

The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 3

The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 4

Cow and Friend - A sneaky peek into how my ideas process goes

The Monster Who Met His Match

Thumbnails 1 - The Monster Who Met His Match

Thumbnails 2 - The Monster Who Met His Match

A Fox in Different Poses

Children Jumping!

If I Could Wear Anything - Autumn Acorn & Summer Sombrero. Children in fun outfits

If I Could Wear Anything - Spring Spotter and Winter Warmers. Children in fun outfits