Auli Sukuvaara
Illustrator & Storyteller
Venessi and the Full Moon
Venessi’s journey is an illustrated storybook, and now being prepared for publication.
Book Description
The story blends quiet emotion, soft humor and a gentle sense of mystery. It follows a thoughtful little dog whose journey grows step by step, carrying them through strange landscapes and small wonders.
The focus of the book is atmosphere, subtle storytelling and warm, textured illustration — a world where feelings unfold slowly and the smallest moments matter.
Selected spreads
Dawn breaks as Venessi sets out toward their dream.
A moment of preparation at the rental shop.
Inside the moonhouse, new friends await.
A calm pause on the moon and the gentle journey back home.
About the world
The world of Venessi is quiet, spacious and slightly strange — a place where small details matter and the sky always feels close.
Landscapes shift gently from early‑morning fields to moonlit interiors, and everyday objects carry a hint of mystery. Nothing is loud here; everything unfolds slowly, with soft humor and a sense of calm curiosity.
It is a world where a journey can begin with a simple step outside, where a rental shop might hold unexpected vehicles, and where a moonhouse can feel warm and familiar.
Venessi moves through these spaces with steady attention, noticing what others might overlook. The world grows with each step — not through spectacle, but through quiet wonder.
Summary
A fully finished picture book with a distinctive visual tone and a calm narrative voice, ready to be introduced to publishers.