The Doodle Express

Tales from the artist's studio sharing my adventures in picture book illustration & staying creative whilst dealing with chronic illness.

Hi, it’s me Helen Stephens. This is a juicy chat between illustrator pals. I’ll be sharing stuff about making picture books that you might feel daft asking. When you sign up you’ll get the Illustrators Freebies. Yes-please-thank-you!

The butcher, the baker, the picture book maker. Illustration chats. Hand-lettering. Antiquing Antics. Drawing club coming March 2024.

Weekly tips for artists working in Children's Illustration. Let's grow together! Also receive a monthly update on my projects and shop.

Updates and odd thoughts from me, Kayla Stark, about illustration, life, inspiration, and whatever else I might be up to.

Startup cofounder turned picture book illustrator. 📚 11 book deals in 2 years with top publishers. I write about Strategies and steps to help you: Make art daily, Break into Children’s Publishing and keep going without burning out.