Hi there, I’m Kate an author-illustrator in WA's southwest.

My illustrations are traditionally made using nib ink and watercolour, and I'm greatly influenced by the nature and animals around me.

Tweedsmere Cottage is where my ideas come to nest. Thanks for stopping by!

A watercolor illustration of a mouse wearing a yellow dress with white stripes, holding a large strawberry, with a smaller strawberry in a basket, and a white mouse shoe with a yellow flower on the floor.

Margaret River Region Open Studios

12-27 September

My pop-up studio will be hosted by Tandem Espresso, the best kept coffee secret in Busselton.

Bandoola

I was delighted to work with Beverley McWilliams and UWA Press for this new book and I’m so excited for its release this year. Pre-order here.

“A captivating adventure packed with mischief and mayhem.” Claire Saxby, author of The Flower Garden – A Changi Secret

“An elephant never forgets, and readers likewise will not forget Bandoola.” Dianne Wolfer, author of Lighthouse Girl

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