This delightful illustration is inspired by my son’s 7th birthday, which we celebrated in the forest with a woodland and forest animals theme. The illustration captures his imagination and sense of adventure perfectly. At the table, decorated with glowing string lights and evergreen branches, sits a happy boy with a wide smile, surrounded by his faithful teddy bear, a sweet little rabbit, and a mischievous fish sneaking juice from the teddy. All are ready to celebrate, wearing party hats and enjoying popcorn and delicious cupcakes.

I used watercolor, gouache, and Luminance colored pencils to create a vibrant and colorful illustration that radiates joy and magic. The green tones in the background enhance the forest’s slightly mysterious, fairytale-like atmosphere, while the warm colors of the table and gifts create a lovely contrast and a sense of warmth and coziness. This illustration is a celebration of childlike imagination and the simple joy of celebrating a birthday with good friends, both real and imaginary.

The illustration is available for licensing or full buy-out.