ABOUT THE ARTIST
Susanna Sutus
Artist • Children's Book Author & Illustrator • Artisan Creator
Childhood & Inspiration
I was born and raised in Budapest, Hungary, where my love of
art began at an early age. Ever since I was a child, I was fascinated by drawing, painting, and the beauty found in nature and storybooks. In 1998, I moved to Canada with my husband
.and our two childre
Like many new beginnings, the first years brought challenges, but they also helped me discover the path I had .been searching for all my life
A simple gift of a canvas and easel became the turning point .that inspired me to pursue my dream of becoming an artist
I studied Fine Arts and later continued my education at George Brown College in Toronto, where I explored life drawing, illustration, and cartooning. My artistic journey eventually led me to specialize in children's book illustration, where I found my greatest passion—bringing stories to life through hand-drawn .illustrations
Over the years, I have worked as a painter, mural artist, portrait artist, and illustrator, participating in art exhibitions and collaborating with talented artists who encouraged and inspired my creative growth. I believe that drawing is the foundation of all visual art, and every piece I create begins with
.careful observation, imagination, and a love of storytelling
Today, my work has grown beyond traditional artwork into the
DrawingWings collection, where art and craftsmanship come together. Alongside original paintings, hand-drawn portraits, children's book illustrations, and digital wall art, I also create the Fairy Tale Garden Collection—a line of handcrafted soaps inspired by flowers, birds, butterflies, and the enchanting beauty of nature. Many of these collections are complemented by matching framed artwork and handcrafted beaded bracelets, .allowing each design to become part of a complete story
Whether I am illustrating a children's book, creating a portrait, designing a new soap collection, or handcrafting a piece of jewelry, my goal remains the same: to create meaningful, beautiful pieces that bring warmth, joy, and a little everyday .magic into people's lives
Thank you for visiting DrawingWings. I hope my creations .inspire you as much as creating them inspires me
Finding My Path
Education & Growth
Today
Creating with Purpose
MY CREATIVE COLLECTIONS
MY CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
"I believe that creating art is a way of healing the soul—not only my own, but also the hearts of those who experience it. Every illustration, painting, handcrafted soap, and creative piece begins with a simple idea inspired by nature, imagination, and life's quiet moments.
My hope is that each creation awakens the senses through colour, texture, fragrance, and storytelling, bringing a feeling of peace, hope, kindness, and wonder.
If my work can brighten someone's day, inspire a child's imagination, or bring comfort and beauty into a home, then I know I have shared something meaningful with the world. For that, I am truly grateful."
My artwork has grown into a collection of creations inspired by nature, imagination, and storytelling. Whether it's an original painting, a children's book illustration, a handcrafted soap, or a beaded bracelet, every piece is created with the same love of beauty and craftsmanship.
📖 Children's Book Illustrations
🖼️ Fine Art & Portraits
🌿 Fairy Tale Garden Collection
💎 Handcrafted Jewelry
