She Sells by the Seaside
Come join me this weekend in Gloucester for my second big craft fair. Art, ocean, and food. I couldn't ask for more.
Rowdy Stinkbugs- An ABC in Collage
How is it coming? I started working on my insect ABC book, working title Rowdy Stinkbugs - An Insect Alphabet, about six weeks ago. In that time I went from pen and pencil sketches, to office supply collage sketches, to a first SCBWI critique at the Northampton Forbes Library, and finally to the exciting step of moving to full scale. This past Monday began my full scale transition and I am excited with how it is going. Insect List Finalized The hardest part of this book so fa
My Craft Fair Recap: Florence, MA
What was this again? Last Saturday I participated in the Springtime Craft Show at the American Legion in Florence, MA. This was a small show with about 20 vendors selling puzzles, photos, cards, food, knit wares, clothing, and spring-themed decor. There were also hot dogs available. It was a surprisingly lovely and warm day and I that set up was filled with anticipation. As my first craft fair of the season, and my first ever non-holiday fair, I was pleased to see my work - w
Learning from Critique: SCBWI Group
The first time sharing my book in full outside the family. Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators I joined SCBWI (an international organization for children's books writers and illustrations) this past December in order to gain the support and wisdom of more experienced professionals. One of the best parts about this group is the quantity of local chapters and critique groups. I joined the Northampton, MA group and have now been to three monthly critiques. These
Motifs in Mama Bear: Playing with Light & Space
Motifs, or repeating and distinctive features, are important in any picture book. Today I want to talk about a few of the motifs and imagery
GEOMETRY kids: A Boutique with Books
A visit and review of GEOMETRY kids in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. A small space with a solid, elegant collection of illustrated children's
A Children’s Bookstore: Books of Wonder
"Founded in 1980, Books of Wonder is New York City's largest and oldest children's bookstore and the city's leading specialist in children's literature." A Children’s Sanctuary (and yet developed gallery) The second site for children’s books I would like to introduce you to, is Book of Wonders, located on 18 West 18th St., New York, NY. This store is completely dedicated to children and teens. So one can imagine they have a huge selection of children’s illustration as well. I
