Natalie LeiningerNatalie Leininger grew up in New Jersey and has been drawing ever since she was young. She is now lives in Nebraska and attends the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, studying the fine arts. She is in her third year at the university, primarily practicig oil painting but spends time outside of the classroom working on a variety of projects. She has always enjoyed being with children, which made illustrating and working on Night Buddies such an enjoyable project!Natalie strives to capture our world in bloom. Whether it be through the literal sense of a blooming flower or the simple act of sketching a character's smile spreading across their face, her art is a place for all to engage in their own way. In her free time Natalie enjoys being with friends and family, snuggling her Springer Spaniel Wilbur, and listening to music. Read More Read Less