Emma Bennett (she/her)
Emma is an Illustrator and Author based in Cambridge (UK).
Having lived in cities for the past 50 years, from Birmingham to London, via Wuhan, China, it is the urban environment and the people who live within it that particularly inspire Emma’s illustration and storytelling. With a sketchbook always in her bag, it is the less gentrified side of the city which she is most drawn to, never happier when drawing a skip, crain or a building.
With 25 years working in the education and creative industry, Emma has published 8 books for adults with Bloomsbury, which show iconic cities through the eyes of the artists they inspire. The opportunity to explore her first love of children's picture books through the MA, has seen her experimenting with a range of mediums. Bringing materials, techniques and mark making together to create mixed-media illustrations brings great joy.
Website: www.emmabennettillustration.com
Instagram: @embennettillustrates
Email: emmabennettillustration@gmail.com
Can Walls Talk
A girl thinks that the city she lives in is so grey. Encouraged by her grandad, she takes a walk through the streets, where she discovers Street Art, her city isn’t as dull as she thought. A book to learn about Street Art in a fun and immersive way.
The Hurricane Giraffes
Follow the story of two giraffes who, shipped from Africa to the USA in 1938, survive one of the worst hurricanes the world has ever seen. Met in New York by Zookeeper Charlie Smith, the giraffes embark on an epic journey across America to try to reach San Diego Zoo.
Pandas are not just black and white
Did you know that Pandas poo up to 40 times a day? Or that they can wee standing up? A book that tells you all about Pandas and their frankly ridiculous habits. Illustrated through hand-cut lino print.
