Hello! I’m Kerri McDermott, an illustrator, designer, writer, and picture book maker.

My focus is creating children’s picture books, which I fell in love with as a kid. Early favorites include Little Bear and Where the Sidewalk Ends, and they’re still on my shelf. I also enjoy all kinds of decorative paper goods and textiles, so surface pattern design and lettering are both passions of mine. 

I work with a wide range of materials and techniques, often making things by hand. However, my images are usually a mixture of traditional and digital elements. I work with care and attention to detail from start to finish. I value artistry, timeliness, input and kind genuine humans, especially ones with a good sense of humor.

I love my job! Every day presents a different challenge to keep me on my toes. Recently, I started making little animations which are ridiculously addictive. I’m also currently working on a nonfiction picture book about New Orleans jazz, something close to my heart. When I’m not at my drawing desk, you can find me at a concert, in the mountains or eating award-winning croissants while doodling notes about future projects.