Stockham, Jess: - Jess grew up in a large family in a small village a few miles north of London.
She continues making stuff, drawing and painting and has recently bought a bike..
In 2012 Jess took time out to complete a fine art degree, and is now returning to illustration with her first author-illustrated picture book, The Big Red Rock.
She has since gone on to win the 2008 Early Years Award and has illustrated more than fifty books for children.
After a few ups and downs and lucky breaks, she somehow became a full-time illustrator in the 1990s.
As a child she loved making stuff, drawing and painting, riding her bike, and generally messing about.
Stockham, Jess: - Jess grew up in a large family in a small village a few miles north of London
