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School Visits
One of my greatest joys as an illustrator is connecting with students! I love sharing about the process of making books and being a professional Illustrator/Author. I’ve taught and mentored students of all ages which has been a wonderful gift. If you would like to inquire about a visit to your school feel free to reach out. Happy to answer any questions!
Words & Pictures
If you are an Art Director or Publisher interested in working with me, please contact my Literary Agent Teresa at Bookmark Lit.
Need some creative guidance? Book a session with me! We’ll spend an hour dedicated to your creative journey…whether you are working towards getting published, strengthening your portfolio, or working through a manuscript, I’m happy to help!
1 hour of Creative Consulting for Children's Book Authors & Illustrators
Transform promising ideas into memorable children's books with expert creative guidance. Whether you're developing your first picture book, refining a manuscript, developing characters, or shaping a picture book portfolio, I provide thoughtful, collaborative feedback tailored to your goals.
What I Help With:
Story concept development and brainstorming
Manuscript reviews and developmental feedback
Character creation and world-building
Picture book pacing, structure, and page turns
Visual storytelling and illustration critique
Portfolio and project reviews for illustrators
Creative problem-solving when a project feels stuck
My Approach
I combine my background in picture book illustration, storytelling and my deep understanding of children's literature to help creators strengthen their work while preserving their unique voice and artistic vision. Sessions are collaborative, practical, and focused on helping you move your project forward with clarity and confidence. I’ll review your story or portfolio before we meet to give you the best feedback, or if you are just starting out , we can talk about your goals and go from there.
Ideal For
Aspiring and established children's book authors
Illustrators building book projects or portfolios
Author-illustrators developing complete works
Anyone preparing a project for submission, publication, or self-publishing
Outcome
You'll leave with actionable recommendations, a clearer creative direction, and a stronger foundation for a children's book that connects with young readers and the adults who share stories with them.