Food, painted with a little appetite.

The Starving Artist Cookbook

Illustrated Recipes for
First-Time Cooks

Part cookbook, part watercolor art book. Simple, forgiving recipes for anyone learning to cook — each one paired with an original hand-painted illustration. It's the warmest way to bring my work into your kitchen, and it makes a lovely gift.

Countryman Press
Publisher

Made for beginner cooks
97 Illustrated recipes


Take a little
art home

Art prints, totes, and more — from my original watercolors. Printed to order and shipped from my Etsy shop.

A watercolor painting of a tall glass mug filled with dark brewed coffee topped with whipped cream, by Sara Zin.
Watercolor illustration of a blueberry pie, by Sara Zin.
Watercolor painting bagel with lox, by Sara Zin.
Watercolor painting of a glass of mojito with lime slices and mint leaves, by Sara Zin.
Watercolor illustration of a strawberry salad, by Sara Zin

What Customers Are Saying

'The Starving Artist Cookbook' by Sara Zin, showcase at the Book Larder, in Seattle, WA.

“Lovers of art will appreciate its beauty as well as the simple recipes for comfort food favourites.”

– Evening Standard

“Zin's voice is honest and relatable; she writes as though she and her readers are old friends.”

– Tasting Table

“The beauty of this cookbook is not just in its terrific storytelling, but also in its stunning illustrations.”

– Marley Spoon

Illustration for brands & editorial

With over a decade of experience working for magazines, publishers, and brands —my watercolor work has appeared in publications such as Yankee Magazine, Men's Health, Darling, Rachael Ray Magazine and Gather Journal, as well as brand campaigns for various clients.

A watercolor illustration of a Tepache, by Sara Zin on the cover of Edible Baja Arizona magazine.
Watercolor painting of a dessert in a tall glass with whipped cream and red berries on top, by Sara Zin.
Colorful packaging of Lipstick Queen lipsticks with various shades, and illustrations by Sara Zin.
Watercolor illustrations of various fruits and vegetables including a carrot, eggplant, peach, pear, grapes, pineapple, orange, blueberry, cherry, blueberry, and a slice of starfruit, by Sara Zin.