— About the Author —
The author, Christine Joy Swanson, has spent much of her time with the critters in and around the place she lives. Some encounters with the critters were better than others... With the many unexpected hours that were given to her in 2020, a book of stories began to emerge. What are all of these critters up to anyways? What’s their side of the story? This was Christine’s writing inspiration. Christine Joy is an accomplished painter and art teacher, yet here she is enjoying a new medium of creativity — writing!
To see Christine Joy’s paintings, see her web page at: www.christinejoypaintings.me
Sarah Joy Silva, the illustrator of The Yellow Cottage – A Critter’s Tale, is a classical watercolorist known for her charming miniature landscape paintings. While landscapes are her usual focus, illustrating children’s books has long been a heartfelt dream.
With a deep love for nature and a thoughtful eye for its quiet details, Sarah brings each illustration to life with warmth and imagination. She once called the Yellow Cottage home for four memorable years, and now lives in the Portland metro area with her husband. Her artwork is treasured by both children and adults, inviting viewers into a world where wonder and beauty meet on every page.
— About the Illustrator —
You can find Sarah’s landscape paintings at the beautiful Art Elements Gallery in Newberg, Oregon as well as on their website
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