Step into the sketchbooks of Marie Wabbes. A world where every line tells a story and every page holds a spark of wonder. This gallery brings together a treasure trove of her illustrations: from delicate studies of animals and plants, to vivid character sketches, playful garden scenes, and quiet moments from her travels. Some evolved into final book illustrations, others were never published but remain full of life and possibility. Whether drawn during research, in the stillness of her studio, or out among her beloved farm animals, these works capture the raw, joyful essence of how Marie sees the world with curiosity, care, and a pencil always close at hand.

The following selection of sketches represents Marie’s playground, her research, her explorations, and sometimes, her final book pages.