Author Description

Adventure and curiosities are everywhere. Be inspired and capture the essence of joy in exploring nature with vivid descriptions, photos, and artwork. Be whisked away on a childhood journey, by climbing trees, discovering wildlife, drinking in the incredible beauty of the Deschutes River Canyon, and running wild with curiosity in our beautiful world. A Porcupine's Quill brings our natural world to life through drawings by the author's 12-year-old daughter paired with photos of places and creatures. Set aside time in your day to delve into our fascinating environment, absorb the extraordinary in the ordinary life all around us. About the author and illustrator Adria Cannon and Emily Singer are a mother-daughter team who bring true stories of nature's awe to life. Adria was born in central Oregon along the Deschutes River Canyon in 1974. Emily effortlessly brings Adria's memories to life through her illustrations. Emily was born on Vashon Island in 2002, where the pair currently reside.