Colleen is a South African illustrator of children's books, magazine editorials and other published media. After studying Graphic Design at the Ruth Prowse School of Art, she went on to develop her freelancing career. Some of her clients include the SA Department of Basic Education and the Big Issue Magazine. She enjoys books with intriguing artworks, educational value and plenty of imagination. 'Ships, Sleighs and Christmas Lights' is the first piece of fiction Colleen wrote and illustrated, speculating the historical origins of Saint Nicholas.