Welcome! I’m Jillian.

I’m an illustrator, creative mentor, and enthusiastic believer in the power of play.

I create illustrations for children’s books, educational content, and playful design. 

I love exploring how Purposeful Play can spark connection, curiosity, creativity, and a little everyday magic for humans and fur babies.

My creative foundation includes a BFA from ArtCenter College of Design and an MA from Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in Art +  Design Education.  

My graduate thesis, “Playful Exchange and the Art of Deeply Noticing,” explored an idea that continues to shape everything I do: the importance of slowing down, looking closer, and discovering possibilities we might otherwise miss.

I’ve been described as a Mischievous Mary Poppins, which feels pretty accurate. I like to shake things up, look at things sideways, ask “What if…?” and disrupt disruption... positively.

Curious what that looks like?

Peek inside my PORTFOLIO to explore my illustration and design work, visit my ETSY SHOP or CONNECT WITH ME if you have a project you’d like to bring to life.

Looking for a little more adventure in your pup’s weekdays? Let’s chat about walks, enrichment visits, and what makes your dog tick!  Visit  the  CREATURE COMFORTS section.

And if your own creative spark could use a little company, I also work as a Creative Mentor, one-on-one and through small workshops, helping people play with ideas, get unstuck, experiment, and make something wonderfully their own.