Sophie Harding was brought up in Swanage, in Southern, England, and was encouraged to take up her career by both sides of her very artistic family.  She gained a B.A. degree both in General Art & Design and Fashion and Textiles at Central St. Martins.  Her training has encouraged her to use many different types of artistic media in her work. Sophie Harding is now a successful illustrator of children's books, greeting cards, and gift wrap. This is 4 in a series of 4 animal panels.