Art That Sparks Joy

Cartoon detective wearing a deerstalker hat and coat, examining rooftops at night with a magnifying glass, holding a smoking pipe, with cityscape and rooftops in the background.

whimsical, bright, and inviting illustrations

About the Artist

Emily Doherty is an Irish American illustrator located in Brooklyn, New York. She is known for her bright and humorous illustrations that tell charming stories of everyday life. Drawing inspiration from her experiences working with young children as a nanny and childcare worker, her pieces are defined by their bright colors and clean line work. She attended The Fashion Institute of New York school of Art and Design and obtained her BFA in Illustration. Her lively and expressive work can be used in picture books, easy readers, and editorial pieces.

Close-up of a smiling woman with red hair, wearing a black leather jacket, gold hoop earrings, a nose ring, and a gold necklace, holding a red polka dot umbrella.

A sneak peak at upcoming prints

"Landlord Special" Print
$25.00

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"Happy Birthday" Print
$10.00

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A cartoon chef in checkered pants flipping eggs on stove in a kitchen with blue checkered walls, plants, and framed art
Two illustrated mice, one sitting in a wooden rocking chair knitting red yarn, the other standing. The standing mouse wears a red sweater, brown pants, and has measuring tape around its neck. The seated mouse is in a green dress and has knitting needles.
Illustration of four chefs, one with arms crossed, one with hands behind back, one with arms crossed and looking serious, and one standing with hands behind back, all wearing chef uniforms and chef hats.
A drawing of a person with long dark hair, with spaghetti and meatballs on their face and head, and the words '6:00 pm Spaghetti Dinner' written on the right.

Let’s Create Together!

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