Process
My process for creating this recipe book began with gathering family recipes, each one a cherished piece of our culinary history. Along with the recipes, I collected a variety of family photos—snapshots of our meals, celebrations, and moments shared around the table. These photos helped me capture the spirit of the dishes and the memories tied to them.
Next, I turned to illustration, using Procreate to digitally paint the ingredients with a watercolor brush. This allowed me to bring each recipe to life with a personal touch, adding a layer of warmth and authenticity to the book. The fluidity of the watercolor style felt like a natural fit to evoke the homemade, heartfelt nature of the dishes. Each illustration is a reflection of the ingredients in their most simple, yet beautiful form, tying together the story of food, family, and tradition in a visually engaging way.