If you asked me what I do, I’d be tempted to tell you that I wrestle alligators in the everglades and train them to do tricks, but I do something even more exciting: create children’s picture books!
As a writer/illustrator, my illustrations are rendered digitally, in addition to ink and watercolor, bringing the page alive with engaging character designs, vibrant colors and a dash of whimsy. Pair those with my quirky (and sometimes alligator-filled) stories and it’s pure magic.
At this point in my adventure, I live in beautiful northern California with my husband and two daughters – along with our pets, Gloria the Gecko and Cupcake the Snake.
Twitter: @MrsAnderson1267
Instagram: @sandra.illustrates
Facebook: Sandra.illustrates
Represented by Lynnette Novak of the Seymour Agency
Looking forward to seeing what you do
Sandra, I’m so happy for you. To see you living your dream and inspiring others. You truly have a talent and gift from God.
Can’t wait to see all that you do.
Carol
Hi Nyla,
You’ve met my daughter Andrea Jordan. She may have mentioned to you that I am writing a book and am in need of someone who can capture a scene from each chapter. I’ll give you a sample from the introduction. This is a book of encouragement and advice for families with adopted and foster kids (it also works for normal people too).
“John was 3 years old. My wife, Linette, and I were trying to build memories and a relationship with this cute little blond boy with big blue eyes. We were sitting in the dirt outside our home drawing pictures of things in the soil. I drew a man (a stick figure), a woman (a stick figure), and a tree (looked like a stick with a triangle on top), and asked John if he would like to make a face in the sand. I expected a smiley face, but John looked at me, then whooomph!!, he just plowed his head right into the dirt. A big cloud of dust in the air and grit in his teeth, he raised his head and gazed at me expectantly for approval.
I looked at Linette, our eyes wide, and thought “Oh my God, this is not a normal child.” We were right. He was not a normal child. But he and his sisters have taught us more about patience, love, and frustration, sorrow, and peace than we could have ever hoped for. ”
This would be the book cover. The title is “Make a face in the Sand”. Each chapter tells a story and lessons about parenting.
What do you think? Up your alley?
Email me and we can talk
Mike Harris, mharris@edcoe.org, 530-417-0358
Hi! Sorry it took so long to write you back :/
Right now I’m not looking for any extra work, but thanks for your interest and good luck with your stories! 🙂
~Sandra