Notes on images, books and practice

Journal

I write about illustrating books, commissioning images and the practical craft of drawing, from traditional media to digital finishing.

By Nicole Hénusse · updated 18 July 2026

What should you read first?

Why traditional art training makes the difference in children’s illustration

A close look at drawing, anatomy, light and simplification, and at what gives weight and presence to an image made for children.

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Do you have a project in mind?

The Books, Illustration and Method pages describe the services and collaboration process.