Misti Flowers — Creative Resume
Artist & author. Builder of gentle, nature-forward story worlds. Founder of Dressed Up Hippy, Echo Fern Designs, and Ferdi’s Pond.
Snapshot
Focus
Illustration, children’s storytelling, gentle learning design.
Themes
Curiosity, resilience, kindness, nature literacy.
Formats
Picture books, printables, brand characters, web/app content.
Experience
- Founder & Creator — Ferdi’s Pond
- Owner — Dressed Up Hippy
- Owner — Echo Fern Designs
Selected Projects
Bramble Bear’s Poetry Corner Workbook
A companion guide to Bramble Bear’s Poetry Corner on Ferdi’s Pond App
Freddy the Fritillary’s Fantastic Journey
A butterfly life-cycle mini-book (printable & flipbook).
Publications & Books
Books
• Ferdi – One Leap at a Time
• Ferdi – One Rhyme at a Time
• Bramble Bear’s Poetry Corner Workbook
• Freddy the Fritillary’s Fantastic Journey
• Ferdi’s Bugventures – Insect Explorer Guide
Teacher
Misti is a former middle school English and Literature teacher (7th & 8th grade) and has also taught music theory and private voice lessons for many years. With a heart for education and creativity, she brings her teaching experience into every lesson and activity at Ferdi’s Pond.
Skills & Tools
Services
Illustration & Licensing
Editorial, children’s, brand characters, patterns.
Books & Educational
Picture books, activity packs, school visits/workshops.
Design Support
Book layout, product mockups, web visuals.
Collaborations
Mission-aligned projects in nature, art, and learning.
Contact
For commissions, licensing, or speaking, reach out anytime.