I illustrated the book illustrations and book cover for Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese by author Tenaya Darlington in 2022, published by Hachette Book Group in September 2023. Inside are hundreds of illustrations of different types of cheeses, pairing suggestions and cheese trivia and portraits of today’s well-known cheese mongers and makers. It was a marvelous, mouthwatering experience from start to finish.

I recently had the opportunity to illustrate chef Sohla El-Waylly’s first cookbook, Start Here: Instructions for Becomming a Better Cook, published by Penguin Random House in October 2023. Below is the front cover and endpaper design, which features illustrations I created within the book, and several illustrations of food science infographics and sketches from the interior.

Client: Robin Omakase, San Francisco and Menlo Park, CA

Description: Aly Miller was commissioned by Robin to create illustrations for their to-go sushi boxes at their Menlo Park location. Each box needed an eye-catching, easily-understood map of what customers could find inside, clearly labeled and illustrated to match the locally-inspired sushi and sides found inside.

Aly worked closely with co-owner Michael Huffman and chef Adam Tortosa to make accurate and brand-aligned illustrations that customers would enjoy.

After the illustrations were created, Aly designed the menu layout for each box, in a way that clearly depicts each element of the meal in a color palette that supports and compliments the sushi illustrations. Each menu design involved a careful consideration of ingredients, perspective, and visual harmony.

Each illustration was created in Procreate and Photoshop, using handmade texture. AI was not involved in the creation of these menus.

This illustrated coffee bag was commissioned by Joe Coffee Company, a specialty coffee company and cafe in New York City, for their Rockafeller Holiday Blend in 2023. In addition to the holiday coffee bag, Aly also designed an illustrated map to celebrate their 20th anniversary, and created a library of illustrations to use throughout their merchandise like mugs, tote bags, beanies, and even their cafe storefront in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

Client: Joe Coffee
Art Director: Ned Semoff
Location: New York, New York

This illustration was created in Adobe Photoshop by Aly Miller, using raster brushes and hand drawn scenes. AI was not used in the creation of this illustration.

I created this illustration of blue cheese and pairings for my annual illustrated calendar. It was inspired by time spent visiting the farmers markets in New York City. You can find my calendar for sale every fall right here in my online shop. This illustration was created with pencil, ink, watercolor and Photoshop.

I created this illustration of cherries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and tomatoes for my annual illustrated calendar. It was inspired by time spent visiting the farmers markets in New York City. You can find my calendar for sale every fall right here in my online shop. This illustration was created with pencil, ink, watercolor and Photoshop.

I created this handdrawn illustration of lettuce, currants, radishes and strawberries for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this illustration of bok choy, spaghetti squash, leek, and radicchio for my annual illustrated calendar. It was inspired by time spent visiting farmers markets in New York City. You can find my calendar for sale every fall right here in my online shop. This illustration was created with pencil, ink, watercolor and Photoshop.

I created this illustration of broccoli rabe, greens, nettles, morel mushrooms and nettle for my annual illustrated calendar. It was inspired by time spent visiting the farmers markets in New York City. You can find my calendar for sale every fall right here in my online shop. This illustration was created with pencil, ink, watercolor and Photoshop.

I created this handdrawn illustration of foraged fruits like pears, blackberries, elderberries, wild rose hips, wild grapes and figs, for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of trout, shiitake mushrooms, spring onions and sorrel for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of trump mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, ramps and turnip for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of fall fruits, vegetables and beans or my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this illustration of daffodil, breakfast radish, lambs quarters and spring greens for my annual illustrated calendar. It was inspired by time spent visiting the farmers markets in New York City. You can find my calendar for sale every fall right here in my online shop. This illustration was created with pencil, ink, watercolor and Photoshop.

I created this handdrawn illustration of kohlrabi, chamomile, spotted lettuce and chives for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of mushrooms and heirloom beans for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of melons and nasturtium flowers for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of heirloom potatoes, onions an pumpkins or my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of leafy green varieties for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of radicchios and chicories for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, pencil, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of heirloom potatoes for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of heirloom squash, beans and corn for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of farmer’s market eggs, ramps, asparagus and tulips for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of peaches, tomatoes and cheese for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

I created this handdrawn illustration of heirloom pumpkins, marigolds and tomatillos for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

Created for the 2021 Seasonal Produce Calendar, and featured in The Servant on Apple TV in 2022.

This illustration of how to make bitters was commissioned by Hella Cocktail Co. in Brooklyn, New York in 2022. I drew the six steps for making bitters in simple black and white, for easy printing on window decals, tee-shirts and postcards.

I created this handdrawn illustration of radicchio, pear, pine, juniper cranberries for my annual calendar project. Each month is a different selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables and local foods found at the New York City Greenmarkets. I used ink, watercolor and photoshop to create this piece.

Featured in Illustrators for Hire “Best Thing I’ve Ever Eaten” in 2021.

I enjoyed this Squash Blossom Quesadilla at a market in Mexico City, steps from Frida Kahlo’s home. In using Frida’s blue for my outlines, I hoped to bring the electricity I felt at her home right onto the page.

Featured in my 2021 Seasonal Produce Calendar.

This illustration of a breakfast scene was created for Masterclass to accompany Michael Pollan’s class, The Story of an American Meal.

Created for GrowNYC’s Union Square Greenmarket in New York City to show the produce and local products in season each month.

Step-by-Step Illustration of How to Make Babka for The Nosher. I was commissioned by The Nosher to create two illustrated recipes for their food blog: How to Make Babka, and How to Make Challah. These illustrations show the steps to make these delicious, detailed baked goods.

Client: 70Faces Media
Location: New York, New York