Tag: children's book writer

  • Valuable Resources for Aspiring Authors and Illustrators

    In this blog post, I’m going to share a list of the most valuable resources I have come across in my publishing journey. I’m dividing this list into 3 sections: Writing and Illustration, Publishing, and Marketing and Promotion to make it easy for you to find the information you need.

  • Children’s Books Review: My Top 10 Picks for Young Readers and Their Parents

    I have been reading to my daughter since the day she was born. Or maybe the day after that. I think I was a bit out of it on the first day. So, we have gone through quite a lot of books together.

  • Unlock Your Creativity: A Simple 3-Step Guide to Writing Children’s Books

    Every time I conduct a writing workshop, I have participants who do not believe they can write stories anyone will want to read. This is not because of any language barriers. It’s because they don’t believe they have anything interesting to say. I’m not trying to show off (maybe a little) but I always prove…

  • First-Time Book Illustrators: Top Mistakes to Avoid and Essential Tips for Success

    Hi there! A few illustrators recently reached out to me asking questions about self-publishing. I’m no expert here, but I have learned so much from the million mistakes I made. In this post, I’ll share some tips for illustrators who are new to self-publishing and digital illustrations. Read on for some key insights and advice.

  • 6 Do’s and Dont’s of Being a Successful Artist

    6 Do’s and Dont’s of Being a Successful Artist

    Every time I lead a workshop, I get the “but I’m not an artist” comment from at least one student. My response is always the same: we’re all born artists.

  • Tinker

    This little illustration is inspired by a poem a wrote. The poem turned out really dark. I was in a weird space at the time. But the illustration does not match the mood of the poem at all. Not sure what to think of it.

  • 3 Tips for Building a Successful Creative Career

    3 Tips for Building a Successful Creative Career

    When you’re just starting out as an artist, it can be difficult to know which step to take first when it comes to building a creative career. Based on my 7 years of experience as a practicing artist and educator, there are three main things you can do to propel your career.

  • The Sweetest Bond

    A little painting I created after feeding giraffes with my daughter at the Denver zoo. They are such beautiful animals. Being near them was such a special experience!

  • How to Network and Build Meaningful Relationships

    How to Network and Build Meaningful Relationships

    Hi there! I’m so glad you’ve found my blog. I love sharing my artwork but I also want to venture into posting content that might be useful for other artists. I figured I should start with what I have found to be the absolute most important thing in my journey as a professional artist: networking!!!

  • The Lucky Bunny

    Rosie is a very lucky bunny. She has the biggest burrow, the fanciest clothes, and the fluffiest tail. She is also friends with everyone… everyone except Floppy, the unluckiest bunny in school. Floppy lives in a tiny burrow, wears home-stitched clothes and her tail hangs limp. She also stays far away from Rosie. For every…