Gus loves hugs! But sometimes his friends don’t like hugs. Mouse doesn’t want a hug. Owl doesn’t want a hug. Wolf definitely doesn’t want a hug. Can Gus find a hug? Follow Gus and his friend Grumpy Bear on an adventure through the forest in search of a hug. Gus just might find a hug from the most unlikely of friends
Alexandra is an award-winning freelance illustrator, designer and entrepreneur. Besides her own design and illustration business, she and her husband, Michael (also a graphic designer and illustrator), launched a new joint stationery company - Londonberrie Paper Co. Their work focuses on bringing quality prints, greeting cards, stationery products, wallpaper, and more, with a personal touch from their hearts to your home.
She has a passion for teaching workshops with children and adults and has been doing so for the past 2 years both online and in her community.
Alexandra has inspired many women, men and children across the world with her incredible story of overcoming child abuse and domestic violence. Her determination and perseverance has propelled her into the dream life she now lives as an illustrator working from home. In the Spring of 2014, her life came to a halt and was forced to temporarily drop out of college one month prior to graduating, due to a horrific car accident. She spent the following 10 months recovering at home. In the Fall of 2014, her professors began tutoring her and in the Spring of 2015, she graduated with honors. Since then, her career has exploded and is now known for her work both nationally and internationally.
She’s married to her best friend and confidant, Michael, living in their small, cosy bungalow home. Sharing a love of family and tea, they can often be found together each drawing works of whimsy, while cozied up with their sweet Scottish Terrier, Brendel.
Alexandra’s illustration goals are to inspire, uplift and encourage individuals, both children and adults, by bringing hope and joy to their daily lives through her work.