Danielle McDonald


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Danielle McDonald is a children’s book Illustrator living her dream life on a little farm in the Southern Tablelands (New South Wales), with her husband and two daughters.

A qualified graphic designer, her passion for colour and playful design drove her to focus her creativity on children's books. Over the years, she's also designed plush toys, bedding and manchester, homewares, furniture, apparel and more – all for kids!

These days she focuses on illustrating children's books, including three popular book series: Ella and OliviaElla Diaries, and Olivia’s Secret Scribbles. She harbours a secret passion to one day write her own stories.


Nationality: Australian

Featured series by Danielle McDonald


Ella and Olivia - Age 5 & up