Learn how to draw perfect circles with this simple trick! Improve your line quality, boost confidence, and make smooth, even circles every time.
Today I’m going to teach you one of my FAVORITE art tricks. Using this super simple, super powerful technique, you can TRAIN yourself to draw straight lines every time.
Let these powerful quotes about art and life, illustrated by children’s book illustrator Emma Tipping, guide and inspire you.
These free ice cream coloring pages from Emma Tipping are printable & a great way to practice coloring skills, color palette, basic shapes & counting!
Here they are! 3 coloring pages featuring super cute autumn fairies that I have put together just for you.
Unlock your FREE printable coloring pages happy birthday! Perfect for kids of all ages.
Boost kids' literacy, creativity, and storytelling with “Kitty’s Day: Write & Color Word Bubbles”! Literacy can be adorable AND fun.
Download these free Halloween coloring pages for kids! Perfect for creative fun, with cute, non-spooky designs and engaging literacy...
Learn how kids can use art and creative communicating to connect with others when words aren’t enough. Creative Communicating is SO Human...
Nurture your 0-3 year old's creative spirit by making artwork together! A children's book illustrator, mom and educator explains why and...
The best way to engage our kids’ creative spirits and get those neural connections lighting up is to engage their 5 senses.
New art for my children's book illustration portfolio! I made these as a way to cope after loss AND dig into English history.
Did you know that by drawing gesture in kids’ illustrated books, artists are helping kids build emotional literacy?
The creative pantry is where children go when they are ready to feed their most human of appetites- CREATIVITY.
Discover the top 6 art supplies for sculpting with kids at home. These materials are fun, easy to use, and perfect for young artists.
There are so many benefits of sculpting for kids! Build 3D thinking, develop tactile kinesthetic learning, and prepare for creative careers
Get started on your creative pantry with this arts supplies checklist for toddlers. Help them hit developmental milestones, cure their own b
Well, it finally happened. I wrote a blog post about mouse droppings!
Well, we are here again- it is raining, raining, raining in California. Being the drought ridden state that we are, rain is actually a...
Looking for creative family fun on a wet day? I got you! Rainy days can feel like a challenge, especially when you're cooped up with...
Oh wow you guys, the moment has finally arrived! My illustration debut, "We Didn't Learn Math This Way: a K-5 Guide for the Confused...
When I was crafting my Snowy Forest Mini pop-up card, I found myself naturally talking about geometry.
The last few years have been wonderful for me and my family in a very specific and special way: new babies keep being born! My husband...
Please enjoy my poem Mouse Droppings and some highlights from the illustration process.
I illustrated the extremely cute poem, Autumn Fairies by Sarah Meade and am so happy with how it came out.
Ok so this is probably better fodder for an Instagram post but it cracked me up and I really just want this in my blog. I was wrapping...
One of the best parts of illustration is designing new characters for a given story. Are you writing a good old fashioned buddy drama set...
Happy 2022!!! I kicked off this new year with a bunch of new art. A few months ago I decided to make the shift back to digital. I had...
Halloween is coming and along with it, a new pumpkin! See sketches and concepts by Emma Tipping for the illustration "Waiting for Pumpkin".
Meet Princess Honey, a honey bee destined for the throne. But first time to relax in some flowers. Artwork by Emma Tipping.
Read about Emma Tipping's process in creating the illustration "Spring Surprise".
Read about Emma Tipping's process for creating her illustrations about Santa's most mischievous elves.
Many years ago I married a friendly giant with a golden beard. There are many wonderful things that he has brought into my life- warm...
The Feast of Saint Lucy is a lovely winter festival of lights. This artwork celebrates the warmth of this lovely Christmas tradition.
Here's a quick rundown of the differences between Ultramarine Blue & Phthalo Blue, as I've observed them.
If you're trying to figure out how to make healthy snacks for kids look no further than this fun trick.
Thanks for reading this post! This offer has expired. More free coloring pages have officially dropped! These free Halloween coloring...
These free Halloween coloring pages are perfect for kids of all ages.
It's official, I am entering the world of email newsletters! I've been enjoying the newsletters of various creators including...
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this year I have put together an illustration that celebrates the diversity of the Hispanic world.
Little book worm loves books and loves libraries. What will she be when she grows up?
"Culture Share" is a nod to all the fun and joy we can build for each other as we celebrate the traditions that make us each unique.
I'm a member of SCBWI, an awesome organization in the children's book publishing world. If you are trying to break into kid's lit, as I...
In the USA, we are a diverse nation. That is a fact. I am the daughter of a European immigrant and the step daughter of a...
Today I watched an amazing conversation between 2 of my favorite contemporary illustrators, LeUyen Pham & Dan Santat. If you haven't...
Hankering for some fun detective work? Start investigating the color palettes of your favorite artists! Whistler was famous for his use...
Last fall I decided that it was time to start taking myself seriously as an illustrator and author. Although I've been drawing for 10...
I clearly remember the moment when my passion for color tipped over into full on nerd-dom. I was neck deep in the library stacks at...
There is no better way to ease into your Indigenous People's Day lessons or celebration than with a coloring page!
