Introductions 👋
Illoguild question #19 - Get to know the illoguild!
Hey there!
Welcome to our first newsletter of 2024!
This month we’re doing a roll call, so continue reading for introduction posts from the illoguilders. You’ll get to learn lots of fun and interesting facts about each person!
Also, in case you missed it, we will be LIVE TODAY. Sign up here for the free event. (Catch the replays here.)
Lastly, this month we shine a spotlight on the incredible Rose Lihou, author and illustrator of the much anticipated Tiny Dog series!
And now let’s get to it!
The illoguild says, “Hi!” as we begin the year with (re)introductions
In Rose Lihou’s first Substack, she shares about her journey to becoming a kid book creator:
Carla Hoffenberg shares 10 facts about herself, her illustrations, and what she’s looking forward to this year:
Jen Jamieson tells about the choices that led to her becoming a kid book illustrator in 2020 and how she has now illustrated 13 books:
Katie Stack shares a list of list facts about herself and her journey from teacher to illustrator:
Noreen Stass reflects on making resolutions that align with your values and shares a fun picture from the 70s:
Adam Ming talks about major parts of his identity, including being a father, dyslexic, and a children’s book illustrator:
Jen Gubicza writes about her incredible experiences as a lifelong artist, including running her own business for 15 years and her ventures into kid lit:
Brenda Harris’ favorite number is 11, so read to learn 11 facts about her and her traditional and digital work (plus see the covers of her next 3 books):
Damjana Loddelina tells about her journey from working at a vet office, to running her own textile Etsy shop, and how she’s now working on kids books:
Tammy Angelis writes genuinely and thoughtfully about her experiences as a mom, artist, and lots of other engaging tidbits:
Announcements
TODAY, January 8: the illoguild goes Live to talk about Creative Goal-setting. Join the live event for free. You can catch the replays here.
Tuesday, January 23: Join Adam Ming and Katie Stack in a new draw-along series called Art Gym. Sign up for
and to get more details.
Illoguild Illustrator Spotlight
Rose Lihou is a children’s book author and illustrator. Her work is so very sweet, as is she- always supportive and available to offer help or insight. Here are some of her adorable and charming illustrations:
The first book of her upcoming 3 book series, Tiny Dogs, will be published in April 2024 by Puffin, who won a 5 way auction for her story. A young girl named Bea discovers tiny dogs in the garden, and together they go on adventures to help each other. It is a fully illustrated (in color!) chapter book for young readers, so in addition to children enjoying reading story, they will be transported into Bea’s world through the sweetest illustrations.
Before becoming a kid book creator, Rose worked as a book designer, freelance illustrator/graphic designer, shop manager, small business owner, and even at a bar in Fratton Park, aka home of Portsmouth FC!
She’s also Mum to two wonderful daughters. And lastly, we can’t forget her studio assistant, Herbie:
Give Rose a follow on Substack, Instagram or X, and you can ever pre-order a copy of Tiny Dogs here!
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‘Tiny Dogs’ brilliant!!! What a gorgeous idea! And the illustrations are just the best!!! Congratulations. Can’t wait to read it!