I am an author/ illustrator with a passion for picture books and design-led products.

Born and raised in the highlands of Scotland, I now work from my home studio in Perthshire. The studio sits in an inspiring little town that huddles on a hill. Angled rooftops and jaunty chimney pots contrast with an abundance of trees. Binocs are stationed at my desk so I’m ready for all bird-spotting opportunities!

Many moons ago, I worked as a children's Social Worker, before moving with my husband, Mal to the south of Sweden. While there I found the space and time to focus on developing my creative practice.

On my return to Scotland, I studied printmaking which led to creating design-led illustrations for the retail market under my brand ‘Coppertop Croft’. I continue to license design collections, which includes client work with heritage retailers, Visit Scotland.

My creative approach combines printmaking techniques, collage, and digital processes to produce bold quirky illustrations.

I find inspiration from nature, music, my interest in characters, and my love for vintage, antiques, and found objects.

I also enjoy ‘playing’ with words and writing as much as creating visual work.

I am Mum to creative teenage twins, Maeve and Eskel, and to a floofy dog that sometimes answers to the name Fergus.

Thanks for taking the time to visit my website.

Book dummies are available on request.