A Tale of Creativity and Wonder
The Artist and The Wren” is a delightful and whimsical children’s book inspired by a true story! One day, Jonathan Howe, a talented local artist from Knoxville, Tennessee, discovered a surprise visitor in his home studio. A curious Carolina Wren had squeezed through a small hole at the base of his studio door. The adventurous little bird landed in Jonathan’s palette of paints, leaving a trail of colorful footprints all over his studio.
The wren eventually found its way back outside, but its artistic exploration left a memorable mark. When Hannah McConnell, Jonathan’s sister-in-law, visited later that day, Jonathan’s daughters eagerly shared the tale of their unexpected guest. They showed her the vivid paint tracks still decorating the studio. Inspired by the story, Hannah knew it had to be turned into a children’s book and began writing it that very day.
“The Artist and The Wren” captures the magic of imagination and the beauty of the natural world. It’s a story that encourages readers to embrace creativity, explore their surroundings, and find wonder in the everyday miracles of God’s creation.
About the Author and Illustrator
Hannah McConnell: Hannah McConnell resides in Knoxville, TN, along with her husband, Justin, and son, Timothy. Together, they run what they lovingly call a sub-urban homestead in the city’s heart. Hannah homeschools and is passionate about quality literature, nature, and the importance of cultivating the arts and imagination in education. While “The Artist and the Wren” is her first published book, Hannah has had her writing published in widely read gardening and homeschooling magazines. “The Artist and the Wren” is a delightful tale that captures the imagination and beauty of the life that she enjoys.
Jonathan Howe: Jonathan Howe lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, alongside his wife Sarah and two daughters, Aidyn and Susanna. He works from his home studio creating landscapes and portraits. An award-winning artist, his original oil paintings have been collected nationwide. “The Artist and the Wren” is his premiere in children’s book illustration and is a captivating story written by his sister-in-law that he is eager to help bring to life with each stroke of the brush. You can check out more of his work at www.jonathanhowefineart.com.
