Illustration | Hey Crystal Smith Art

PREORDER HERE (and peek inside)

Maybe A Whale

a picture book

MAYBE A WHALE, written by Kirsten Pendreigh & illustrated by Crystal Smith, is a lyrical journey of healing through nature as a mother & daughter search for whales.

In stores August 1st, 2023

A special spot just for you - whether you're looking for kids book artwork or want to see what being an illustrator is all about.

TAKE A LOOK HERE

JOIN ME IN

My Kid Lit Studio

on Patreon

SHOP

art prints & canvases

VISIT THE SHOP HERE

The Houseplant Alphabet - Coming 2023

A new children's book coming soon — "The Houseplant Alphabet" — for all of us plant-lovers out there! A book by myself and Holly Smith, comi

Mother Aspen - Coming 2024

Here is a sneak peek at my newest illustration project, "Mother Aspen" — a lyrical non-fiction children's book by Annette LeBox to be publis

The Printer's Proofs Arrive for Maybe A Whale!

I received the printer's proofs for 'Maybe A Whale' so I can take a look at the printed art! The book printer sends a smattering of pages t

I'm Nuts About the David Suzuki Foundation for Valentine's Day

Cute creatures to highlight Canadian wildlife and the David Suzuki Foundation for spring.

Maybe A Whale - Preorders Now Available!

I'm excited to announce that preorders are now open for "Maybe a Whale" - a children's book published by Groundwood Books, written by...

Capturing the Magic of Aquariums

Capturing the magic of aquariums, with their turquoise translucent water and underwater creatures, in a digital painting.

Collecting Specimens in Jars

I love collecting specimens from nature — little oddities with history and stories.

TigerGRRL and Her Curious Collection

An illustration based on myself. A new illustration featuring Tiger GRRL! Inspired by my own love of collecting (especially what others...

PREORDER HERE (and peek inside)

Maybe A Whale

on Patreon

SHOP

art prints & canvases

VISIT THE SHOP HERE

NEWS

READ MORE...

CONNECT on social media