This is the second book in a series by Michelle McQuillan called Dealing with Feelings, published by Discover Your Bounce Publishing. illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
Vivienne Smith
- United Kingdom
- 2 projects
Published children’s book illustrator and Camberwell-trained graphic designer specialising in expressive pen-and-ink drawings with soft watercolour washes.
About
Published children’s book illustrator and Camberwell-trained graphic designer specialising in expressive pen-and-ink drawings with soft watercolour washes. I create warm, hand-drawn artwork where expression, gesture and detail carry the emotional narrative.
I’m experienced in character-driven visual storytelling across children’s books, murals, greetings cards and commissions. Working traditionally from original artwork only, I collaborate closely with authors, clients and publishers to deliver consistent characters, clear compositions and thoughtful revisions to agreed deadlines.
- Joined July 2026
Industry experience
- Education
- Media & Entertainment
- Non-Profit Organization
- Professional Services
Projects · 2
Illustrations in pen and ink and watercolour for the book “Angry Angie” (part of a series called Dealing with Feelings, written by Michelle McQuillan and published by Discover Your Bounce Publishing). illustrator
- Children’s Book Illustrator
Work experience· 8 roles
Children’s Book Illustrator (Dealing with Feelings series) · Discover Your Bounce PublishingMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos
Illustrated two titles in Michelle McQuillan’s Dealing with Feelings series using original pen-and-ink drawings with watercolour. Created expressive recurring characters and narrative scenes to help children understand complex feelings. Worked collaboratively from manuscript and author/publisher feedback, contributing ideas through to completion. Provided artwork and narrative image development aligned to marketing needs, including revisions to achieve final illustration delivery.
Children’s Book Illustrator · Discover Your Bounce Publishing (Dealing with Feelings series)May 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos
Illustrated two titles in Michelle McQuillan’s Dealing with Feelings series using original pen-and-ink drawings with watercolour. Created expressive recurring characters and narrative scenes to make complex emotions accessible to children. Worked from manuscript with author and publisher feedback, contributing ideas for artwork and marketing direction through to completed illustrations.
English Teacher and 1:1 Tutor · Self-employedJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Worked 1:1 with children and teenagers, including pupils with SEND, anxiety and emotional needs. Built rapport and adapted communication styles to individual needs, supporting engagement and learning through age-appropriate language and tailored tutoring.
Author, Coach and Trainer · Self-employedJan 2010 – Present · 16 yrs 11 mos
After-school Art Tuition (Art Teacher) · Self (home studio)Jan 2008 – Jan 2011 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Artist in Residence and Art Teacher · St Andrew’s CE Primary School, SteyningJan 2006 – Jan 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Art Teacher (Artist in Residence and Art Teacher) · St Andrew’s CE Primary School, SteyningJan 2006 – Jan 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Commissioned Artist · Self-employedJan 1993 – Present · 33 yrs 11 mos
Education
BA (Hons) Graphic Design · Camberwell School of Art1986 – 1989
PGCE Secondary English (Qualified Teacher Status) · University of Chichester2019 – 2020
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