Girls

Mckenzie Knight

About the book

Girls is a heartfelt tribute to some of the many intricate experiences that shape girlhood, as seen through the lens of author Mckenzie Knight. Through graphics, photography, and illustration, Girls captures fleeting moments, reflections, and enduring memories. Featuring the work of girl and woman artists only, this book encapsulates some of the interlaced, fuzzy feelings that come with the privilege of girlhood. Knight’s inclusion of her own works, including her collection of vintage photos and family mementos further enrich this portrait of girlhood, adding warmth to this collective exploration.

Girls is a portrait of the unbreakable threads that connect us. From the childhood curiosity of first friendships to the confidence of self-expression, this collection explores the simple yet profound ways we shape each other’s lives. Girls is a personal love letter to girlhood, carrying the reader into a vibrant, interconnected world of experiences and memories. We are intertwined, woven into each other’s stories—we are girls.

About the author

McKenzie Knight is a born and raised North Vancouver artist and designer. She is currently studying at Emily Carr University of Art and Design. Knight explores whimsical meanderings and nostalgic depictions.

She is a multidisciplinary artist with interests in fibre art, ceramics, graphic design and traditional mediums. With intentions of one day teaching art Knight finds value in every type of craft, always looking for ways to learn.