Behind the scenes: Illustrating the astronaut
Grab your brushes and join Laura Teichen at the studio!
🖌️ Today I’m working on a special piece for Moonbeam Learning Studio’s upcoming book release of “When I grow up, what will I be?” 68 minutes of painting, condensed into just 80 seconds of magic! ✨ Watch the hyper-speed illustration of our newest character in this behind-the-scenes look at our astronaut.
I’m using a mix of watercolors brush pens, watercolor pencils, fineliner pens, and acrylic brush pens to bring this little explorer to life. This book incorporates concepts of social-emotional learning by reminding kids that they are already “enough,” no matter what job they choose. Whether you’re a budding artist or a parent looking for heart-centered stories, we hope this timelapse of the illustration process inspires you!
📖 Learn more about the book: www.moonbeamlearningstudio.com/children’s-books/what-will-i-be
✨ Pre-order signed copies on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MoonbeamLearning
🚀 See the Final Reveal! 🚀
Here’s an exclusive first look at the finished astronaut! Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes – we may even offer a full-length video showing how-to watercolor!
Blog post, illustrations, photos, and videos by Laura Teichen. © 2026 Moonbeam Learning Studio LLC. All rights reserved. The music featured in the illustration video of the Astronaut is “Sugarbee” by Chris Haugen.