The Quiet Blackbird

The Quiet Blackbird

About the Substack

Chats on illustration, children’s books, creative voice, process, and freelance life, with a sprinkling of inspiration and cool finds.

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• Monthly public posts

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• At least one additional monthly post - sketchbook tours, deep dives into process, creative activities, book club…
• Occasional physical illustrations through your door or digitally to download
• Cool things I’ve not thought of yet

About Catherine Fortey

Hi! I’m an neurodivergent illustrator based in Yorkshire, UK. I was a picturehooks buddy mentored by Chris Mould in 2022/2023, and am currently a mentee on Pathways Into Children’s Publishing.