Colorful illustration of children and toy soldiers, with a wooden doll on a table; the illustration is from a book titled "The Wooden Doll" by Lucy Clifford, illustrated by Sean Oh.
A colorful illustration of children playing with soccer balls and water balloons, engaging in a lively outdoor activity on a sunny day, with a bright yellow background and expressive faces.
A colorful, abstract illustration depicting fireworks and stars, with a wooden doll sitting on the floor in the lower right corner. There is a quote in pink text about wooden dolls making noise and being busy, attributed to The End.
A whimsical illustration of a girl on a swing hanging from a large tree, with a village below and a starry night sky with a crescent moon and shooting stars above.

The Wooden Doll

This piece reimagines Lucy Clifford’s original words, offering a fresh perspective on a classic tale. It aims to shed new light on the story’s themes and emotions, inviting readers to see the familiar in a new way while honoring the spirit of the original.

A collage of vintage dolls, sketches, and drawings. The upper left features an old wooden doll with a painted face. To its right are pencil sketches of children, a scene with a girl and boy, and abstract doodles. The lower left displays a set of wooden dolls and a framed photograph of two dolls. To the right are more sketches, one of an expressive face, a figure with multiple arms, and a colorful stylized face resembling a butterfly or dragon with ornate patterns.

Idea Development Sketches