Emilie Simpson is a Canadian artist and illustrator based in Bowmanville, Ontario, working in watercolour and gouache. Her work spans art prints, greeting cards, shoes, textiles, and editorial illustration, with placement across major Canadian lifestyle publications and international fashion and travel brands.

Style and Aesthetic Emilie's style is charming and whimsical, rooted in the natural world, nostalgia, and vintage botanical illustration. She cites old children's book illustration and vintage botanical art as key influences.

Pattern Focus The portfolio features botanical motifs and animal-centred compositions suited to textile and gift product application. Several selected patterns appear to be decorative repeat-oriented arrangements. Selected placements indicate application across printed goods - cards, textiles, and editorial contexts.

Markets and Clients Emilie has documented commercial relationships across fashion, lifestyle, travel, and editorial markets. Named clients include Pink Chicken New York, Birdies, American Airlines, LCBO, Style at Home Magazine, Canadian Gardening Magazine, Canadian Living Magazine, and Elle Canada.

Techniques and Tools Primary media are watercolour and gouache. No digital-only production methods documented. Her handmade approach is integral to the warmth and character of her work.

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Career Path Emilie has built a multi-market illustration career primarily in Canada, with work placed across major Canadian lifestyle publications and international fashion and travel brands. She accepts custom portrait commissions (pets and homes) alongside her commercial illustration practice.

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