Lisa Congdon

Lisa Congdon is a Portland-based fine artist, illustrator and author known internationally for her colorful drawings and hand lettering. Her playfu work is recognized for its vibrant palettes, geometric patterns and uplifting messages.

Lisa is the author of nonfiction books, including the starving-artist-myth-smashing Art Inc: The Essential Guide to Building Your Career as an Artist (edited by Meg Mateo Ilasco, Chronicle Books), and Finding Your Artistic Voice: The Essential Guide to Working Your Creative Magic (Chronicle Books). Illustrated books include Whatever You Are Be a Good One, Fortune Favors the Brave, You Will Leave a Trail of Stars: Words of Inspiration for Blazing Your Own Path, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Elements, Twenty Ways to Draw a Tulip, A Collection a Day, The Joy of Swimming: A Celebration of Our Love for Getting in the Water, and A Glorious Freedom: Older Women Leading Extraordinary Lives .

Lisa’s debut picture books, Round by Jennifer Ward, and Rain by Cynthia Rylant are perfect for the entire family (Beach Lane Books). The 2024 Beginning Is Now Calendar is now available (Workman). Lisa lives and works in Portland, Oregon. Visit her on the web http://lisacongdon.com/home, or follow her on instagram @lisacongdon