Jo de Ruiter Illustration

Jo de Ruiter Illustration

illustrator

28/08/2024

Make sure you get your copy (link in my BIO) ‘The Broken Tile’ starring Duncan himself is out now!

26/08/2024

You can get your copy of this wonderful story TODAY!!

The Broken Tile https://amzn.eu/d/0fOGK5Y

16/08/2024

From sketch, to light-box, to ink, to paint… the process of creating a page from ‘The Broken Tile’ available on SEPTEMBER 3RD!

12/08/2024

Who’s excited to meet Duncan the Dragon! I know I am 😌

Read all about his adventure on the 3RD of SEPTEMBER - watch out for more details!

10/08/2024

Ive been working on something really wonderful, with the fabulously talented writer Sharon Bowell (https://www.sharonbowellauthor.com)and we’re ready to share it with you!

"I was looking for food and got blown away in the storm!"

Find out what happens when this hungry dragon falls from the sky in search of his favourite snack.

It’ll be available 3RD SEPTEMBER - watch out for more details!

27/05/2024

Tour into one of my sketchbooks filled with bugs 🐛 🐜 🐞

17/05/2024

Throw back to when Ted visited France and ate yummy treats made with chocolate sauce and caramel and sticky mint ice cream 🍨 🇫🇷 🧸

05/04/2024

It’s my little sisters 40th birthday today, she loves two things equally, Dinosaurs and the Brontë sisters. So I did her a mash up; The Brontesaurusisters 😅

02/03/2024

Hurrying into Easter like… 🐣

04/11/2023

Halloween might be over, but do the monsters really go away?

22/10/2023

Who else is taking advantage of this beautiful autumn day to walk their fur sausages in the fresh sunshine? 🍂 ☀️ 🐾

If you’d like an original illustration for a devoted puppy momma or poppa, get in touch! They make lovely gifts for Christmas 🎄

21/10/2023

It’s a family affair 🤕

08/10/2023

These two girlies are so so special, and a special friend of theirs commissioned this one for a birthday gift.

If you’d like something similar for a puppy momma or poppa, get in touch!

20/07/2023

“Truly inspirational and heart-felt children's story”

“Beautiful, educational and thought provoking”

“Well constructed and beautifully illustrated story full of hope and love”

“This is a truly beautiful and inspirational book which will also help to educate people of all ages”

Just a few of the glowing reviews of Ernie’s Super Power. The perfect gift for every child, get your copy here!

Ernie's Superpower https://amzn.eu/d/dB0uneq

Cerebral palsy: Book celebrates Essex boy's 'superpower' 19/07/2023

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-66193208 Ernie’s made the news 🤩

Cerebral palsy: Book celebrates Essex boy's 'superpower' The book is "sparking conversations" about disability, says Ernie's father Gary Rowe.

17/07/2023

'Ernie's Superpower' is more than just a story – it's an uplifting journey that celebrates resilience and the power of self-belief.’

Get your copy here ➡️ Ernie's Superpower https://amzn.eu/d/2W2lqnB

14/07/2023

The animals in ‘Ernie’s Super Power’ pop up throughout the book. Can you spot each time the kitty appears? 🐱

Buy a copy here and find out?!

Ernie's Superpower https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C9SF8HFC?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_GJ4CCMKHNE8SH33EHDF5

13/07/2023

Brilliant Interview with Gary Rowe, author of ‘Ernie’s Super Power’ this morning on BBC Radio, amazing job ⭐️

11/07/2023

Ernie's Superpower https://amzn.eu/d/9HXFe4n

Ernie is getting so much love and has made it into the #1 best seller list! Get your copy from Amazon and learn all about how the incredible Ernie learns about his Super Powers!

Ernie's Superpower 10/07/2023

Ernie has landed! 🦸‍♂️ It was an absolute honour to illustrate this wonderful book, you can get your copy here!

“An inspiring and heart-warming children’s picture book that follows the journey of a young boy named Ernie, who has cerebral palsy. As his school prepares to celebrate Superhero Day, Ernie is unsure about his own unique superpower. Feeling a little disheartened, Ernie embarks on a walk where he encounters various friendly animals who help him realise his true superpower.”

Ernie's Superpower An inspiring and heart-warming children’s picture book that follows the journey of a young boy named Ernie, who has cerebral palsy. As his school prepares to celebrate Superhero Day, Ernie is unsure about his own unique superpower. Feeling a little disheartened, Ernie embarks on a walk where he e....

The Banquets ~ 'Two Little Acorns' Official Video 04/07/2023

https://youtu.be/7V30BMGEmrY thinking of our beautiful Dad today Gemma Dee The Banquets
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The Banquets ~ 'Two Little Acorns' Official Video 'Two Little Acorns’ is a song that so many people will be able to relate to. We hope that it inspires people never to give up on their dreams. 🎶About the so...

20/06/2023

Adored painting these cuties for a special birthday gift 🥰

If you have somebodies special birthday coming up and want to gift them something special, get in touch if you have an idea! 💡

watercolour

23/02/2023

Who’s ready for summer? 🥶🥶🥶

📚Kids Books Read Aloud | WILL YOU BE FRIENDS WITH ME? | Story Time Pals 27/01/2023

https://youtu.be/nmz-Pb7zkyM super cute readin of ‘Will You Be Friends With Me’ by Kathleen Long Bostrom 🥰

📚Kids Books Read Aloud | WILL YOU BE FRIENDS WITH ME? | Story Time Pals Learn about friendship! Perfect for children heading to school or any child in a new situation trying to make friends, this encouraging book reassures reader...

23/01/2023

These busy little ducks hang proudly in an independent bookstore called ‘Bookmarks’ in Winston-Salem in the children’s literature section. If you want to read about their origin, you can here 👇

https://www.albertwhitman.com/book/dump-truck-duck/

21/01/2023

It’s penguin awareness day; so be aware that they can often be found cooling themselves in your fridge! 🐧

19/01/2023

Our perception of precipitation is better experienced with positiveness ☔️

Videos (show all)

Let’s draw Duncan!
From sketch, to light-box, to ink, to paint… the process of creating a page from ‘The Broken Tile’ available on SEPTEMBE...
Ive been working on something really wonderful, with the fabulously talented writer Sharon Bowell (https://www.sharonbow...
I’ve been a little bit quite the past couple months, I’ve been working on something really special… but what could it be...
Tour into one of my sketchbooks filled with bugs 🐛 🐜 🐞
Brilliant Interview with Gary Rowe, author of ‘Ernie’s Super Power’  this morning on BBC Radio, amazing job ⭐️
Thinking about all the wonderful dads who are no longer with us. Gone but never forgotten 🧡🍂😔