About
Uplift. Inspire. Include.
Behind the emoji designs.
I loved the squinty smiling emoji 😊 when it first appeared on my iPhone, because it reminded me of my little one’s smile. “If only the eyes were slightly more slanted …” I thought. The seed of the idea was firmly planted - I wanted to design my own version in which I aimed to capture the classic almond, crescent-moon shaped smiling eyes that set our kids apart.
My background.
I'm an author/illustrator of children's books, and previously an animator for the Disney Studios. I now create art and entertainment for kids and their families.
Fly Little Bird was the title of my first picture book, published by Penguin Books Australia and Kane Miller US. It was about a little girl who loves and cares for a baby bird until he was ready to take the leap and fly. This sentiment and title also felt perfect for this endeavour.
Inspired by life. Created with love.
I'm endlessly inspired by my kids, nature, and little joys in life. I work with pencils and pens, watercolour and inks, as well as computer generated designs. I love making art, and I’m thrilled to finally offer artwork and designs for you here - for kids and adults, for apparel and your home. I hope they bring a spark of joy to your day, as you cheer your own loved ones on - and watch them fly.
