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Unicorn Love
19 June 2025 20:27
This June, I spotted a new hashtag which I hadn’t known about before, and it stood out to me because I love drawing unicorns! The hashtag is #junicorn . YearsRead Story -
The Last Song of the Mistle Thrush by Ruth Mary Flanagan, illustrated by me
03 June 2025 18:06
I have a brand new book out in the world! The Last Song of the Mistle Thrush by Ruth Mary Flanagan, illustrated by me. It is so exciting every time IRead Story -
Featured Illustrator - The Storytellers Shelf Podcast Blog
23 April 2025 21:32
I am thrilled to be featured on the Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast blog. Host Theresa Villarreal saw some illustrations I posted on LinkedIn, and got in touch with me toRead Story -
SCBWI Winner
03 April 2025 22:21
I was thrilled to wake up this morning and find out that I won the ‘Draw This’ SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) challenge for theRead Story -
The Highland Cowgirl by Louisa MacDougall , Illustrated by me
10 July 2024 18:29
Back in 2022, I saw a tweet from the Searchlight Children’s Book awards. They were reaching out to authors who wanted to enter their picture book competition, by teaming upRead Story -
SCBWI Feature - Open Sketchbooks
31 May 2023 21:55
On opening my email inbox lat week, I was excited to see that my sketchbook work has been featured on the SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) website forRead Story -
New Illustration - Fauna Fairies
31 May 2023 21:34
I wanted to share this new illustration which I just added to my portfolio (head to my portfolio tab to see more). This one features two 'Fauna Fairy' characters I have createdRead Story -
Inktober 2020
28 November 2020 20:38
I loved taking part in another year's inktober challenge with the brilliant Jake Parker. This year I decided to take part in the 'traditional' way, and draw a new pictureRead Story -
Rise of the Spirit Animals Exhibition
04 December 2019 13:56
Hi! I just wanted to say (a bit of a belated) thank you to those of you who came along to my exhibition at Walford Mill back in October. It wasRead Story -
Folk Tale Week 2019
13 November 2019 12:06
Another week, and another illustration challenge! I really enjoy taking part in these little challenges on Instagram, as it often leads me to draw something different and I've used thisRead Story -
Inktober 2019
13 November 2019 11:29
I have recently completed another month of drawing a piece for the brilliant Inktober. If you have not heard of it before, Inktober is an Instagram challenge run by illustrator extraordinaireRead Story -
Bologna Children's Book Fair
14 April 2019 17:19
People often ask me if my illustrations are from a book, so I have been thinking a lot about creating a picture book with my illustrations, I have three young childrenRead Story -
Brand New Box
08 March 2019 17:42
My 'I Believe in Unicorns' colouring cards set needed a new box. I recently met some one who was perfect for the job , who worked for a company called "Nunet' whoRead Story -
Inktober 2018
06 November 2018 14:20
Autumn is here, and that means that another 'Inktober' came around. Inktober is an on line illustration challenge for the whole of October, it was started by American illustrator extraordinaire Jake ParkerRead Story -
Thinking of You Week is Here!
24 September 2018 10:38
Hello! Welcome to a whole new, wonderful week! I hope, if you're reading this, you have enjoyed a lovely weekend. Today sees the start of 'Thinking of You WeekRead Story -
National Trust Calendar Commission
12 September 2018 14:34
If you visit a National Trust shop any time soon, and go to the calendar section, you will see the 2019 Family Organiser calendar. If you turn it over, you'll seeRead Story -
Library Art Workshop
Sarah Lovell 23 April 2018 22:44
I recently ran an art workshop in Wimborne, the town where I live. I loaded up my box of card, paper, tissue paper, sequins, feathers and other sparkly things for theRead Story -
Pulse London Show - Blog Feature 'Meet the Maker'
05 March 2018 12:35
Hi, Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm so excited to tell you that I have been featured on the Pulse London Show for their 'Meet the Maker' interviewRead Story -
Not Long Till Mother's Day
14 February 2018 10:55
Less than a month until mother's day! Don't forget to send a card. I am a mum myself to three little ones - 8,6 and 4, they are my bestRead Story -
Brand New Website, and a bit about how it all began.....
04 February 2018 17:43
Hi, Thanks so much for stopping by my shiny new website, I hope you enjoy having a look around! I started 'Sarah Lovell Art' about 4 years ago, after leaving workRead Story