I’m happy to share the cover of Santiago and Great Bear, a friendship written in the stars, published by Free Spirit Publishing, June 30, 2026. Read more below about the BOOK LAUNCH for my debut picture book! I’ve had so much fun working on this book and I can’t wait for you to see it!Continue reading “Santiago and Great Bear: Pre-Order Your Copy Today!”
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Step-by-Step: How to Draw Stylized Characters
Hi Friends! Have you ever wanted to know how an illustrator creates stylized characters? Every artist is different. I like to start by working from reference images of a subject in a realistic style. I then use those sketches and drawings to create a more stylized character. One example is the Great Bear, a characterContinue reading “Step-by-Step: How to Draw Stylized Characters”
New Picture Book Deal
It’s happening…albeit rather slowly. It takes a long time to have your work published and the timeline is surprising. The process is long and extends years beyond the creation stage. I won’t get into that right now. Today I want to talk about the inspiration for this story. This picture book manuscript and dummy beganContinue reading “New Picture Book Deal”
Lisa Johnston Hancock 