Vibrant nonfiction book exploring life through the eyes of Canadian children, coast to coast.
Brief:
Our Canada aimed to celebrate Canadian diversity and everyday life through the seasons, told from the perspective of nine children across the country. The illustrations needed to educate and engage young readers while reflecting authentic cultural moments.
Our Canada aimed to celebrate Canadian diversity and everyday life through the seasons, told from the perspective of nine children across the country. The illustrations needed to educate and engage young readers while reflecting authentic cultural moments.
Idea:
I collaborated closely with the publisher and authors to create playful, narrative-rich illustrations that paired seamlessly with the text, balancing educational value with visual warmth and charm.
I collaborated closely with the publisher and authors to create playful, narrative-rich illustrations that paired seamlessly with the text, balancing educational value with visual warmth and charm.
Results:
The book received praise in national and international press, including The Goodreads.com and CM Magazine.
The book received praise in national and international press, including The Goodreads.com and CM Magazine.
Client: Blossom Books
Website: https://blossombookspress.com
Credits
Publisher: Blossom Books
Written By: Alister Mathieson, Kelly Jackson & Diane Simpson
Illustration: Derek R. Douglas
Design: Studio Fourteen
