From Issue Four of Hidden Scotland Magazine
Inside the magical world of illustrator Johanna Basford
The Aberdeenshire illustrator whose colouring books sold millions.
Words by Laura Anne Brown · Photographs by Hayley Fraser, Sam Brill & Braizen
Printed in Issue Four of Hidden Scotland Magazine, Spring and Summer 2022.
Inspired by the natural beauty on her doorstep in Aberdeenshire, Johanna Basford’s unique illustrations started a colouring craze that’s gone global. She’s sold 21 million books and counting in over 40 countries, been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, and broken a Guinness World Record. But, Johanna says, what means the most is the connection she has with the creative community.
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