Meet Jill Stegall, the
Illustrator
A little
old-fashioned, a little whimsical, and always full of color!
After a
career as an art teacher, she is enjoying a new chapter as a children’s book illustrator, bringing stories to life one watercolor brushstroke at a time. Married to her high school sweetheart, they
have three children and eight wonderful grandchildren who bring endless joy, laughter, and inspiration to their lives.
The
Deep South is her home, where humidity is plentiful, the sunshine is bright, and ice water and sunglasses aren't just accessories — they're survival tools!
When she’s
not painting, you’ll probably find her tending her garden, enjoying coffee with friends or dreaming up something colorful.
She’s a bit
old-school when it comes to art. You won't find her drawing on an iPad! Her illustrations begin with a pencil sketch and come to life the traditional way, using watercolor and ink on watercolor
paper. Every image is painted by hand, with lots of love, imagination, and a healthy splash of color.
Jill
believes children are some of the best artists in the world. They see wonder in ordinary things, aren't afraid to use every color in the box, and remind us that imagination has no
boundaries.
Her hope is
to create whimsical illustrations that make children smile, spark their imaginations, and remind them that the world is a wonderfully colorful place.