Hi, I’m Lena!
I like to draw and tell funny stories. Sometimes my drawings move.
I’m so happy you’re here!
Coming May 26th!
From Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon by Melissa Marr
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Monster Poker
Once upon a time, Liz and I were working on this picture book idea. She wrote a really finny bit about a girl who liked to play poker with the monster in her closet. The picture book never came to be, but her idea inspired this illustration.
Must-Have Art Supplies for Kids
March 21, 2026
My recommended list of 11 or 12 budget friendly, must-have art supply list for kids.
Free Printable Coloring Pages
February 22, 2026
Free Printable Coloring pages of Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon – written by Melissa Marr and illustrated by Lena Podesta
Easy DIY Stamped Wrapping Paper (Holiday Craft Tutorial)
December 20, 2025
How to make your own winter landscape stamps, wrapping paper, and ideas for more stamp fun. Recommended for age 3-103.
Creative Strategies: Cut Out Shape Drawing Exercise for Character Design
December 1, 2025
I’m going to show you one of my favorite design exercises and how I use it to help me design my picture book characters. Good for all ages.