Today's guest is an illustrator and author who has illustrated over 30 books and written 7 of her own. Her latest book is Big Dog, Little Dog is with Sally Rippin. And, she's popped in today to discuss what it's like illustrating and writing your own work as well as developing other people's creations.

Born in England, raised in Scotland, she now calls sunny Melbourne home. Please welcome direct from her colourful, ink-splattered home studio, the wonderful and amazing, Lucinda Gifford.