Here's a sneak peak at my current project... who knew how much work illustrating a book actually is? My book, tentatively titled Into the Land of Sunshine (open to suggestions), was written by a friend. We spent many evenings last spring spinning tales about a young girl (Julie), the monster who lives under her bed (Oscar), and their adventures. My friend then worked her magic and got it all down on paper.
Once it was my turn, I began with sketches and a storyboard, and worked my way through character development to 15+ drawings. My medium was colored pencils and oil - new to me, which is a bit scary! It ended up working out great - I applied only a few layers of colored pencil to my sketches, and with the help of the medium gel Liquin, added thin layers of oil paint on top. The Liquin and oil dissolved the colored pencil and made for extremely rich, bright colors in a short amount of time.
A few allnighters and many hours later, I am now putting the finishing touches on my pages. My book will be exhibited in February at the Finlandia Reflection Gallery (200 Michigan St. Hancock, MI), along with two others.
Further updates as events warrant! Stay tuned.
