Totally obsessed with fashion, print design and picture books.

Hey there! My name is Veronica and I’m an illustrator and designer.

I’m a fashion illustrator who specializes in sketching for live events, and I design patterns for a variety of fashion and lifestyle products. I teach fashion illustration and textile design at the post-secondary level.

I also create art for children’s books. My work celebrates children discovering their gifts.

I adore stories about discovery, creativity and connection. My books show children exploring their inner and outer worlds, and taking delight in their talents. Biographies are particularly fun for me - my favorite part is the research! 

I’ve worked with Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Candlewick Press, Philomel Books, Hallmark, Lilly Pulitzer, Essence magazine, as well as many other clients. I’m a member of SCBWI, and have been a past board member for ICON The Illustration Conference.

I talk about illustration, the creative process and my journey as an artist at school visits, conferences and special events. I’ve spoken at many events, including the Texas Library Association Annual Conference, the Harrisburg Book Festival and the Zaharis Literary Conference (where I made friends with school’s family of turtles).

I embarked on my journey of being an artist after a decade in working broadcast news. I grew up immersed in the radio industry, and I’m an alumna of NPR and the Associated Press Broadcast Center.

When I’m not painting things, I can be found taking dance class, tending to my plants, or following the orders of my cat, Winston. My personal fascinations include (in no particular order): constellations, crystals, ducks, Alma Thomas, and Art Nouveau.

I’m represented by Lori Kilkelly at LK Literary Agency. Please direct all trade picture book and book cover inquiries to lori@lkliterary.com.

I would love to take on trade picture book projects that celebrate dance, design, women in art, and children interacting with the natural world!

(Please note that I am only available to work with trade publishers. To find an illustrator for self-published projects, check out the Society Of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators’ illustrator directory.)