New Yabbit the Rabbit Sketches: Watching Yabbit the Rabbit Come to Life!
There’s nothing quite like waking up to new messages from Rodrigo, my illustrator, letting me know he has fresh artwork to share! These updates have become some of the most exciting moments in this creative journey.
After spending months refining the story and text, seeing the visuals evolve makes everything feel real.
Our illustrator, Rod Lazo, has been working to refine Yabbit’s facial expressions, posture, and personality, and it’s incredible to see how much nuance and emotion he’s added to the design. Each new sketch helps define Yabbit’s world a little more, giving life to a character who started as just a word on paper.
The second round of facial sketches for Yabbit the Rabbit.
Seeing Yabbit’s Personality Take Shape
With each new drawing, Yabbit the Rabbit, becomes more expressive and relatable. His eyes, stance, and subtle gestures capture everything the story stands for, curiosity, hesitation, and ultimately, bravery.
It’s magical to see Rodrigo bring these emotions to life visually. He’s able to translate what’s written into art that children will connect with instantly.
Every new sketch reminds me that we’re not just illustrating a book, we’re building an entire world where courage feels possible, one line at a time.
If you missed the first series of facial sketches for Yabbit the Rabbit, you can view them on our previous blog post.
Follow Our Journey
If you’re interested in the creative process behind writing and illustrating a children’s picture book, or simply love following the evolution of art and storytelling, I’d love for you to join us.
You can follow every stage of our journey, from writing and concept art to final production, right here on the blog and over on YouTube.
Because in every sketch, every word, and every act of creation, there’s one message we hope shines through:
Trying is Brave.
