Illustrated feature poster for Canada 150 edition of the children’s literary festival.
Brief:
Telling Tales partnered with Muse Marketing to create a mural-style poster celebrating the theme “Stories Take You Anywhere.” The goal was to reflect the magic of storytelling while honouring Canada’s 150th anniversary and boosting festival visibility.
Telling Tales partnered with Muse Marketing to create a mural-style poster celebrating the theme “Stories Take You Anywhere.” The goal was to reflect the magic of storytelling while honouring Canada’s 150th anniversary and boosting festival visibility.
Idea:
I illustrated a whimsical, journey-filled scene blending classic children’s literature with Canadian landscapes — designed to spark imagination and reflect the festival’s outdoor setting.
I illustrated a whimsical, journey-filled scene blending classic children’s literature with Canadian landscapes — designed to spark imagination and reflect the festival’s outdoor setting.
Results:
The poster helped draw over 10,000 attendees, strengthened brand identity, and earned praise from the founder for its joyful, narrative-driven impact.
The poster helped draw over 10,000 attendees, strengthened brand identity, and earned praise from the founder for its joyful, narrative-driven impact.













Client: Telling Tales Festival
Website: https://tellingtales.org
Credits
Art Direction: Mark Tharme | Muse Marketing Group
Illustration: Derek Douglas
Design: Brandin Hall