I’ve been having some fun drawing character sketches in my sketchbook.
These foxes and crows were inspired by the shenanigans I see in the neighborhood. They will join the owls I sketches recently in my upcoming stories.
These characters are part of a new series of stories I’m writing and illustrating, inspired by the animals in my backyard and my neighborhood.
I have the character names and storyboards done; now I’m working on character sketches and dummy books. Excited to show you more soon!
I’ve been getting into thrift shopping lately, especially since there’s a great thrift store close to my house. Here are a few of my recent finds:
I always search for interesting and unique children’s picture books to add to my illustration reference library. These small Beatrix Potter books are treasures for my bookshelf at $1.00 each! Beatrix Potter is my hero, so I’m grateful to find any of her work at a thrift store.
This illustrated picture book about Charles Dickens was a wonderful find at $2.00. I learned so much about him that I never knew.
I’m also always on the hunt for vintage silver items, and this rectangular-shaped tray was a unique find at $1.00!
This vintage silver wine bottle holder was a rare find at only 60 cents! 
I’ve never been a big bargain shopper so I’m having a ball looking for thrifty treasures for everyday use.
