There are proven statistics that show that a book with colour illustrations will sell more copies than a similar book with no illustrations. Why is this trend so popular? Simple. Having a story with beautiful drawing helps to inspire creativity, and convey life lessons. Our lives can be tedious, read and see something beautiful, learn…
Becoming an Illustrator for Children’s Books The role of a children’s book illustrator is the creation and design of images to complement children’s stories. An illustrator could be employed by a publishing house or magazine, but most commonly, they work on a freelance basis. This means that they work with a variety of writers or…
Working in watercolor is a unique and delicate art. Each piece can become beautifully unique, holding specific depth each time it is reattempted. No matter your experience level, there are always tips and techniques that can be learned to help further your progress. When creating art, each day is a new day, each stroke holds…
Quentin Blake is a world renowned illustrator, collaborating with some of the biggest names in the business like Roald Dahl. Blake has contributed to thousands of books, created several characters of his own, and has otherwise revolutionized the world of children’s books. Biography Blake was born in London in 1932, a historically harsh time for…
So what are you wanting to be? a passionate painter, an inky illustrator, a pro photographer or maybe a scribbler? It can be really difficult finding the right style that suites you. Eventually finding that one of a kind style to be known for! I know I’m not alone when I say that we can sometimes find…
When it comes to knowing which type of medium is best to use when making a picture for children’s book, there are a lot of options. Luckily, the resounding champion of mediums is watercolour for its soft yet bright colours. When working with children is important not to be overly bold with colours, as would…
