SUZY ULTMAN

Multi-Award Winning, Author/Illustrator | Toy Creator | Designer of Joyful Worlds | Official Ambassador of Play

 

I“Bring Whimsy, Color, and Creative Joy with Illustrator & Designer Suzy Ultman!”

Suzy Ultman is a creative visionary whose work spans books, toys, games, stationery, and home goods—each infused with her signature blend of whimsy, color, and heartfelt storytelling. She has authored and illustrated 14 children’s books, including her joyful Jewish board book series (I Like Your Chutzpah, Shabbat Shalom, and It’s a Mitzvah!), which earned the Grinspoon Jewish Story Award and recognition on Bank Street’s Best of 2024 list

 

Her designs and stories are playful yet profound, creating space for connection, identity, and imagination across generations. Whether crafting books, building toy lines, or designing global products, Suzy’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: Make Time for Play. With over 100 international product collaborations, 70K Instagram followers, and a thriving direct-to-consumer brand, she inspires kids, families, and communities worldwide to discover the joy of creativity

 

New in 2025: Expanding Jewish-themed children’s books series with Penguin Random House

Location: Columbus, OH 

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“Play is powerful. Every page, toy, and story I create is an invitation for kids to connect, imagine, and discover joy.” ~Suzy Ultman

 

Signature Programs & School Visits: Suzy’s events are designed for creativity and connection at every age::

Visual Storytelling & Creativetime: Read-Alouds paired with collaborative art or mini-bookmaking

Getting Crafty Workshops: Hands-on project using cutting, painting, and play to spark joy and connection

Design & Feelings: Using illustration as a tool to express identity, culture and imagination

Ambassador of Play Talks: Inspiring families and educators to weave play into everyday life

 

Audiences: K-5th and beyond, Classrooms | Assemblies | Festivals | Heritage & Community Events | Conferences | Keynotes & Panels| Creative Workshops 

 

Availability & Honorariums: Contact Coy Brantley-Carlos