Australian children’s book author, illustrator and visual storyteller. I weave magic, creativity and fun into all I do.
One minute you’re surrounded by hot cross buns and chocolate eggs and the next the freight train of flowers, fragrant-filled bath sets and mum mugs are filling the shops. As a motherless daughter, the pink-laden lead-up to Mother’s Day can fill me with dread.
Lillian Rabbit was an exceptionally punctual student at the Woodland Grove Schoolhouse. She had only been attending for no more than two full moons and was never a minute late. To her headmistress’s delight, she kept to herself, never made a fuss and could count up to ten with very little help. She would arrive before class started and was out the door at precisely 3pm each day.
I feel that when you’ve lost someone you love, birthdays change with them. Today marks my late mum’s would-be 56th year, and I share my musings on what celebrating looks like to me amidst grief, love and a dry sense of humour.
It’s been six months since I moved interstate and while I’m definitely not a Wollongong local I personally feel like I qualify as ‘settled in’. Life changes aren’t always easy but they can be just what we need. I share my reflections on what the last few months of life has looked like.
As a gift to all those little readers and beyond who need it, you can download the first three chapters of Sage and the Journey of Grief for free. A heartfelt and thoughtful middle-grade novel that follows Sage’s life navigating the stages of grief after losing her mum.
After years of overlapping my vision boards between life and business, this year I’m changing my approach. Setting health boundaries and separating the two for more thoughtful and intentional creation. I’ve outlined my step-by-step guide with insights into the fun and crafty ritual of visual manifesting.
One Facebook message in late 2022 turned into a Christmas tradition and a very special holiday surprise for the patients in the Specialty Care Nursery of Grampians Health Ballarat.
A open letter and snippet of thoughts for the upcoming year. Like sustainably sourced dark chocolate, it’s a little bit sweet and bitter but overall quite nice.
Sometimes grief comes to the Christmas feast-filled table unexpectedly. Other times it appears wrapped neatly under the tree for all to see. The holidays can be a wonderful and joy-filled time of year and for others experiencing the loss of a loved one, it can be one of the most emotionally challenging. For some kids this might be their first holidays without their loved one and this might change how they feel and react to the season.
I’ve left a lot of hyperfixations, hobbies and career paths on the metaphorical floor over the years. I felt a lot of shame about this for quite a while. After my ADHD diagnosis I grieved for the support systems I didn’t have growing up and how much I internalised the shame I felt over the failures I’ve had along my career path. Now I’m relearning how I define success and find a healthy balance on my business journey.
Create a thoughtful new Christmas tradition with a gratitude tree. Everyday you write what you’re grateful for on each card. Display each date in any shape you want, I went with a christmas tree advent calendar approach but the world is your oyster. Download my FREE printable version to create holiday memories of gratitude at home.
Join Liv Lorkin, Australian-based children’s book author and illustrator to celebrate the launch of her debut middle-grade novel ‘Sage and the Journey of Grief’. Grab your comfy clothes and laptop for this special online event. Hear behind the scenes of Liv’s book journey, listen to the first few chapters of this thoughtfully written story and stay tuned for a couple of fun surprises!
One minute you’re surrounded by hot cross buns and chocolate eggs and the next the freight train of flowers, fragrant-filled bath sets and mum mugs are filling the shops. As a motherless daughter, the pink-laden lead-up to Mother’s Day can fill me with dread.
Lillian Rabbit was an exceptionally punctual student at the Woodland Grove Schoolhouse. She had only been attending for no more than two full moons and was never a minute late. To her headmistress’s delight, she kept to herself, never made a fuss and could count up to ten with very little help. She would arrive before class started and was out the door at precisely 3pm each day.
I feel that when you’ve lost someone you love, birthdays change with them. Today marks my late mum’s would-be 56th year, and I share my musings on what celebrating looks like to me amidst grief, love and a dry sense of humour.
It’s been six months since I moved interstate and while I’m definitely not a Wollongong local I personally feel like I qualify as ‘settled in’. Life changes aren’t always easy but they can be just what we need. I share my reflections on what the last few months of life has looked like.
As a gift to all those little readers and beyond who need it, you can download the first three chapters of Sage and the Journey of Grief for free. A heartfelt and thoughtful middle-grade novel that follows Sage’s life navigating the stages of grief after losing her mum.
After years of overlapping my vision boards between life and business, this year I’m changing my approach. Setting health boundaries and separating the two for more thoughtful and intentional creation. I’ve outlined my step-by-step guide with insights into the fun and crafty ritual of visual manifesting.
One Facebook message in late 2022 turned into a Christmas tradition and a very special holiday surprise for the patients in the Specialty Care Nursery of Grampians Health Ballarat.
A open letter and snippet of thoughts for the upcoming year. Like sustainably sourced dark chocolate, it’s a little bit sweet and bitter but overall quite nice.
Sometimes grief comes to the Christmas feast-filled table unexpectedly. Other times it appears wrapped neatly under the tree for all to see. The holidays can be a wonderful and joy-filled time of year and for others experiencing the loss of a loved one, it can be one of the most emotionally challenging. For some kids this might be their first holidays without their loved one and this might change how they feel and react to the season.
I’ve left a lot of hyperfixations, hobbies and career paths on the metaphorical floor over the years. I felt a lot of shame about this for quite a while. After my ADHD diagnosis I grieved for the support systems I didn’t have growing up and how much I internalised the shame I felt over the failures I’ve had along my career path. Now I’m relearning how I define success and find a healthy balance on my business journey.
Create a thoughtful new Christmas tradition with a gratitude tree. Everyday you write what you’re grateful for on each card. Display each date in any shape you want, I went with a christmas tree advent calendar approach but the world is your oyster. Download my FREE printable version to create holiday memories of gratitude at home.
Join Liv Lorkin, Australian-based children’s book author and illustrator to celebrate the launch of her debut middle-grade novel ‘Sage and the Journey of Grief’. Grab your comfy clothes and laptop for this special online event. Hear behind the scenes of Liv’s book journey, listen to the first few chapters of this thoughtfully written story and stay tuned for a couple of fun surprises!
The Wendouree Pals are here to keep you company during the wintery months. Enjoy three fun colouring pages that feature Herbert, Lynnie and Miss Eccles. Download, print and get creative. Perfect for a rainy day inside. I’d love to see your designs, make sure to tag me on social media!
I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, specifically the Dharawal People on which my business resides and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. I pay my respects to their Elders past and present.
I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, specifically the Dharawal People on which my business resides and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. I pay my respects to their Elders past and present.
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