The Adventures of Ava & Rory

Personal Illustration Project

The Adventures of Ava and Rory is a children’s book with a cause. It was written by the mother of my childhood best friend, who died tragically while serving our country in the U.S. Coast Guard. I felt somewhat daunted upon being asked to illustrate the book. I knew it would be an extremely emotional roller coaster, and quite frankly I have never considered myself an illustrator. It turned out to be one of the best journeys I have ever undertaken.