Melquea Smith - Hey Neighbor 122

In this episode, we sit down with Melquea Smith, an award-winning children’s book illustrator from Syracuse and the creative force behind PrettyKittyPaintings. From discovering art online at a young age to turning it into a full-time career, Melquea shares what it really takes to break into the world of children’s publishing. She pulls back the curtain on an industry that can feel like a “secret society,” explaining how she found her lane, built her skillset, and learned to tell powerful stor...