Nicole Brettell

I am an aspiring illustrator and author for Childrens’ Books.
I graduated from California Lutheran University in 2023, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Multimedia.
As an illustrator, I commissioned artwork for Childrens’ Books, including “Charlie & Marlie” by Rachel Willoughby-Greene.
“Charlie & Marlie” tells the story of two lion cubs who become separated and learn important lessons in dealing with loss and loneliness from their adoptive animal parents.

In 2020, I collaborated with Dr. Kenneth Wright MD. in providing illustrations for the ongoing Childrens’ book series “The Adventures of Willy the Wombat” - the first installation being “Willy’s First day of School”. The series chronicles the many adventures of Willy, a young curious wombat who goes on adventures experiencing new things from going to school for the first time, surfing on the beach. Through his caring parents and friends, Willy learns the values of friendship, determination and many other lessons young children get to learn in their youth.

As a self-published author/illustrator, I have written and illustrated the fantasy-themed childrens’ alphabet book, “Fantastical ABC’s” in 2018.