Author: Ken

I am a children's book illustrator and author. I trained as a graphic designer, and have worked in publishing for over thirty years.
Nowadays I work at Harper Collins running an inclusive global imprint called Kumusha Books. I still write and illustrate children's books though and enjoy every minute immersed in publishing!

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After many years of illustrating books, editorials, information graphics and posters, I’ve accumulated a large body work. I admire those who arrange exhibitions of their work because I never had the time nor the inclination. But after months in lockdown allowed me to catch up with an endless to-do list, the last thing on it…… Continue reading Shop open

Experiments in lockdown


I’ve been getting to grips with digital painting over the last few months. It’s nothing like good old fashioned paint and canvas, but it has some advantages worth making the effort for. The only comment I can offer which might be of any use is that illustrating digitally requires a different approach. Think of constructing…… Continue reading Experiments in lockdown

Covid-19 messages

Coid messaging

Designs for a campaign telling people in Zimbabwe about the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The social media campaign has three phases. It began with simple messages in line with government instructions, followed by messages with more explanation and ending with suggestions about life after the virus.  We made short videos featuring children and young people asking…… Continue reading Covid-19 messages