One of my children's book illustration students (Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design) just asked me to explain what I meant by "narrative." Here is the explanation I gave her and something I thought worth sharing. By narrative, I... Continue Reading →
Your goal is to find an children's book illustration agent, yes? Every path to agenting is different, but here are some key elements you'll need: A strong portfolio of a dozen pieces or more. (See LINK for what should be... Continue Reading →
For the last couple of years, I've been creating buttons as a promotional conference handout. The writer/artist community seems to appreciate puns, and I'm a bit batty for them myself. Here's the new button for SCBWI New York 2019: The... Continue Reading →
For SCBWI NY conference next month, I've decided to theme my portfolio with spooky art. It's what I'm known for and what I like drawing best. Here's the cover image. I have the book divided into sections: Baby Book, Picture... Continue Reading →
I'm heading to New York next month for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators conference, and instead of my usual art promo postcard, I can actually promote a book this year! Yay! I just ordered these from GotPrint.com.... Continue Reading →
If you attended my RMC-SCBWI session Color, Composition, Texture and the Secret to Working Fast, here's how I finished the chicken demo illustration: Original contour line drawing and color inspiration:
In solidarity with the Key Largo pool noodle crocodile. I can't swim either, buddy. Jim Can't Swim, pencil and digital Inspiring original photo and news link: https://wsvn.com/news/local/crocodile-floats-on-pool-noodle-in-key-largo/ #crocodile #poolnoodle #swim #colour_collective#cornflowerblue #kidlitart #illustration
I've had this little guy running around in the back of my head for several months. Stubs is a child's writing pencil, but he dreams of being an artist. Will he fulfill his destiny before the lead runs out? It's a... Continue Reading →
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