‘Close to my Heart’ illustration in mixed media on paper by Nicki MacRae, 2013.

A pen and ink with watercolour illustration of a young white woman standing side to the viewer. She has ginger long hair and calm expression with eyes resting downward and gentle smile. She wears loose trousers and a knitted jumper in neutral colours, and a bright yellow ring sling baby carrier over one shoulder, with tail hanging down in a fluid and decorative fashion. A tiny baby with blonde hair is nestled into the folds of the carrier, right on her chest.

‘Close to my Heart’ illustration in mixed media on paper by Nicki MacRae, 2013.