I've always loved creating and imagining wild and beautiful things exist in our everyday world. But I never, ever thought I could make my way as an artist. Then in the summer of 2009 my sister-in-law gifted me with a few fabulous vintage wallpaper books. I was astounded by the colors and patterns and knew I had to do something with this gorgeous paper. So I remembered what I used to love most as a kid-cutting out outfits for characters and making up their stories. And that's what started all of these whimsical paintings.
Whenever I create things it makes me happy and my hope is that when you see the things I create, you feel that happiness too. And maybe even uncover your own inspiration and passion. And share it with the world.
Juliette Crane is pleased to meet you! She loves nature, handmade things, and finding beauty everywhere in the world. Whenever possible, she paints outside, mostly in the grass surrounded by flower gardens and the tallest trees. She is an avid gardener and enthusiastic cook and would be delighted to have you over for dinner.
Juliette lives in Madison, WI with her husband Brian and their beautiful gardens and currently works as a freelance painter and illustrator. She also writes stories about jumping into drawings and is currently thinking up new ways to combine her stories and paintings. She is a member of The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators and a graduate of the Odyssey Writers' Workshop (2008).