We are a small team of professionals creating a better world one drawing at a time.
Liz Montague
Author/Illustrator
Liz Montague is an author-illustrator who began as a cartoonist for The New Yorker in 2019. She is the author-illustrator of the graphic novel, MAYBE AN ARTIST, which was nominated for an NAACP Image Award, the picture book JACKIE ORMES DRAWS THE FUTURE, and the bestselling middle grade series SCHOOL FOR UNUSUAL MAGIC.
Liz is passionate about nature and emotional literacy. She lives in New Jersey her husband, Pat.
Mocha Montague
Studio Assistant
Mocha Montague began her position in February 2025 after previously interning at All 4 The Dogs Rescue. The 1-year-old Mini Shnoodle has no previous professional experience, but she is a quick learner with a go-getter attitude and has already made a big impact. Mocha’s hobbies include laying on fuzzy blankets, running in circles, and growling at herself in the mirror.
In Loving Memory of Cleo Montague
Former Studio Assistant/Security/Cat
Cleo Montague joined the team in August 2019 and quickly established herself as a star. Prior to this position 10-year-old Cleo did a quick stint at the Humane Rescue Alliance but left due to creative differences. Her hobbies included sprinting around the apartment, refusing to eat Trader Joe’s brand cat food, and waking up at 6:35 am sharp.
She was a crucial member of the team and is dearly missed.
Liz at Large 