LOT 42

My feet may miss the beat
by Ruth-Mary Smith

Description

The print has a quote ‘ my feet may miss the beat but my heart knows the music’ the lettering has been made from collage paper. I have watercoloured three little musicians on the bottom and the little pup on the left is having difficulty keeping to the beat but is having an amazing time!

Illustrator Bio

Ruth-Mary has always loved illustration for children—there’s something magical about capturing the wonder of little ones through art. From early in her marriage, she dreamed of raising a family while growing her creative skills, imagining a life filled with both colour and cuddles.
But her story took a different path. Her journey to motherhood was long and winding, shaped by infertility, but then the absolute joy of motherhood from international adoption, foster care, and eventually, a biological child. Her family was created in the way it was always meant to be, and she wouldn’t change a single piece of it. That journey grew in her a deep appreciation for the unique sparkle every child brings into the world.
Throughout it all, she found myself returning to drawing and painting, sketchbook in hand, dreaming of picture books and playful patterns. Watercolour classes, creative exploration, and messy practice slowly shaped a whimsical, heartfelt style all her own.
Combining her love for children with her love of illustration, she now illustrates children’s books and creates sweet, nostalgic prints and patterns designed to bring warmth and wonder to your family.

Ruth-Mary Smith | Children's Illustration