Suzanne Elizabeth Murphy is an artist, author, educator, and lifelong coral reef lover. As a certified scuba diver and conservation advocate, she has spent years exploring marine ecosystems and transforming her experiences into impactful educational content. Her background as a painter and storyteller brings vibrant visuals and emotional depth to Mirabelle and the Sea Green Bathtub, a project born from her love for coral reefs and her desire to protect them.

Suzanne runs Open Sky Studio & Gallery in Tarpon Springs, Florida, where her art celebrates both natural beauty and ecological urgency. She regularly collaborates with educators, and young readers to promote awareness around marine biodiversity, coral bleaching, and environmental responsibility. Through her writing and visual storytelling, Suzanne helps children connect deeply with the coral reef and become engaged stewards of the planet.

When she’s not painting or writing, Suzanne can be found leading ocean education workshops, painting underwater life, or dreaming up new stories inspired by the sea.