Esmé Shapiro - Lightning Beasties marauder's map detail and the magic of the

and the magic of the moment you find exactly what you’re searching for

the monstrous presence within Elspeth’s mind—and he’s no longer willing to share control

meditative making

a creature of legends

capturing the essence of magical ancestry with unparalleled detail

Esmé Shapiro - Lightning Beasties marauder's map detail and the magic of theLightning Beasties by Esm Shapiro captures a fleeting moment of magic, as delicate, ghostly creatures dance through the air in the wake of a lightning strike. A lone figure gazes upward, watching the storms strange companions flicker and glow against the night sky. Its a piece that feels both electric and dreamlike, as if the weather itself has come alive. Esm Shapiro is an illustrator and author of books for children. Her favorite place to paint is