Not My Mother’s Daughter

the first 500 years are the hardest

Connecting to nature & the outdoors through art. Writing about creative process, nature journalling & plein air painting.

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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!

A short weekly note chronicling five things worth remembering, including a look into my process, reflections on motherhood, and creative inspiration.

Comics and musings about illustrating, life, and navigating my 20s through the end of the world.

Personal essays and creative quandaries