Rachel Katstaller

Mar 22, 2024 | domestika.org | Rachel Katstaller

Sketchbooks: A Canvas for ImaginationThe sketchbook is where every illustration begins—a blank space for experimentation and exploration. My favorites include the Leuchtturm 1917 A5 Hardcover with 80g paper, which is ideal for quick pencil or ink sketches. Its pages are smooth and durable, allowing for precision and subtle shading. For heavier mediums like acrylic markers or watercolor, I prefer the Voala Munkeo Classic Hardcover.

Mar 5, 2024 | kirkusreviews.com | Rachel Katstaller |Eric Carle |Karma Wilson |Jane Chapman

Proof that a switch of perspective on a tough day can be a lifesaver. Two siblings have an unexpected day out together. The day is supposed to be fantastic, but nothing goes as planned. First, the sun beats down and it’s unbearably hot—“legs-stick-to-the-seat hot.” Ice cream immediately melts into sweet rivulets. Then, a sudden rainstorm appears. Everyone scatters under colorful umbrellas, and the big sister pulls on a long yellow slicker.