Julie is the illustrator and surface designer behind Julep and Trubbs. Working digitally, she creates loose, painterly illustrations with a storybook feel, inspired by her travels, hobbies, and quiet everyday moments. She spent 14 years in computer animation, working on films and streaming shows. Now, as a surface designer, Julie dreams of seeing her artwork on products worldwide, from stationery and textiles to wallpaper, puzzles, and children's books. She currently lives on the Atlantic coast in Nova Scotia, Canada.