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Likewise.... One should never try to milk a cow on Friday the 13th...
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By: Ginger Nielson,
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When I work on a book I use a storyboard to keep me on track. In the beginning stages it is mostly concept sketches that I paste into place to see how the rhythm of the piece is flowing. This is a look at the early stage of a book I am working on. Like other illustrators, I don't always go from page to page in order, but skip around depending upon difficulty, use of models, time to get good reference photos and changes in the general tone of what I am trying to achieve. 
An occasional image may be in color here and there, but the bulk of all the color finishes is done after the sketches have been approved by the editor.
My storyboard is like a mini dummy. Once I have everything in place, I'll construct a working dummy and submit it to the editor for any changes or suggestions. In the meantime I have a few months... (*weeks) to complete the initial sketches.
For this story I needed to get lots of first hand photos of a nearby town. I photographed stores, parks, streets, vehicles and people for several scenes I need to create. I needed a number of young students as models for characters as well as adults for some crowds in the story. Children in my Sunday School Classes and adults in our church are great subjects because there is a whole community of folks to choose from. I think they will enjoy seeing themselves in a book. The hair color may change, or the face might be a bit different, but I'll be sure to let them see where they are in the book.
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on 11/17/2009
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I am currently working on a book for a publisher here in NH, but in between the long sessions of sketching I take a break from time to time to get back to my own storybook. This is a double page spread from Gunther the Underwater Elephant.
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on 11/13/2009
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Papa Mario should have never tried to teach his children a new feat on Friday the 13th.
At least, however, he works with a net!
Now Children, never try this at home.
Likewise.... One should never try to milk a cow on Friday the 13th...
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By: Ginger Nielson,
on 11/8/2009
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Out of the night in a blur of speed, the hunt begins.
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on 11/3/2009
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One thing about illustrators is that they often spend way too much time indoors not moving around much. At least not much more than those busy hands that hold the brush or pen. I have thought about getting an oven timer and just setting it for an hour to remind me to get up and out with Henry. He needs the walking as much as I do...and even without the sun, it is always refreshing to take a break and come back to work renewed.
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on 11/2/2009
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Recently I learned that Overnight prints was offering Poster prints at 11 X 17 inches. I decided to try this out and was rewarded with the most beautiful prints! The color is perfect and the effect is fantastic. Well worth the money spent and there are always coupons available for discounts. If you have a book to promote or artwork you want to sell as posters this might be right for you as well.
Since I photographed this in natural light in the studio, it may not be as vivid as it is in real life, but I am really happy with the quality.
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on 11/1/2009
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Harold still hasn't gotten the ski thing figured out yet, but he did buy some new togs at the ski shop. They even had his size: Super-stretchy- 11XXX.
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on 10/26/2009
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It was one of the best kept secrets of the day. But Brookster knew there would be a pop quiz, and he told only his best friend, Louie. They would only have recess to prepare, but with that in mind, they scribbled some study notes and went out, not to play, but to study hard for 15 minutes. In their quiet corner of the playground they memorized the 6 Times Table to perfection.
Okay, quickly now, what is 13 X 6?
The answer is in the illustration if you need some clues.
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on 10/23/2009
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I completed this illustration this week for part of a series I am working on. It seems to fit the subject rather nicely. Others in the series may pop up from time to time.
12 Comments on ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY ~ FAST, last added: 10/24/2009
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on 10/22/2009
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Moving right along... the focus is still on the main character (human) but with a slightly different look and the elephant is a bit funnier now. Poor thing, he is really trying to get the hang of it, but four skis is a lot harder to manage than two!
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By: Ginger Nielson,
on 10/21/2009
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To create this image for a series I am working on, I needed a good sketch. This time instead of using pen and pencil I did a quick sketch in the computer in Painter. I used the Conte Crayon in a soft version and did a general idea of what I wanted. This became a working print out to take to the drawing table where I traced it onto good quality paper.
Next I took some time out from the computer to just play with watercolors, colored pencils and pens to see what I wanted in the way of color. Since this is not archival paper I was able to feel at ease with whatever happened. Knowing it was going back to Painter for the final stages I could relax, experiment and not worry. Having fun is an important part of the illustration process.
With that done I scanned it all back into the computer and this was the result.
I didn't like the sizes being so even so I enlarged the human figure to create a bit more drama. I might even move the human closer to the edge or turn the figure a bit more to the viewer, but for now I like what it happening.
Next I will be finishing this in the computer with these colors and this composition in mind.
That should be ready to post in a day or two. Funny, but sometimes digital painting takes me longer than traditional painting. But either way it is always a joy!
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I don't know....
( Well, maybe, but just at parties!)
Are Leap-Frogs good at jumping rope?
NOPE!
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A character studies for young boy and girl.
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......with fear!
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Our first snow began this morning and although it is mostly just a prolonged flurry it came before the leaves had all changed or fallen. Up here in the northeast we have a bush called the Burning Bush. This morning it cooled off a bit with a dusting of fresh snow.
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Autumn leaves are brilliant waves of red and gold and brown.I ride them on a gentle breeze from town to town to town.
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As with all things new replaces the old. I have updated the opening on my website using an older image with a new twist.
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This is another version of Lizards on leaves. By using the Pattern Emboss feature in Painter X, I was able to create an interesting relief under the lizards. These are the same guys I used for a card a while back.
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on 10/2/2009
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I would guess it all depends upon how you look at this.
Germs? Love? Both?
We love our pets as part of our family. They are the most trusting members who give
us unconditional love 24/7. This illustration is dedicated to my friend
Sherry who lost her beloved dog and trusting friend, LUKE this past week.
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By: Ginger Nielson,
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I have a fondness for this illustration. Maybe because two people who never knew each other, might be about to meet. But on what terms? Under what circumstances?
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meeeoooww!
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HI Ginger! it's been a while! awesome work as always!
Wow! Ginger this is amazing. Love the composition and the work is fabulous!
very cool! great composition!
I'd better get outta his way! This looks totally cool.
Beautiful color and composition!
Great colours and concept!
Wow! Great illustration, Ginger! I love the movement and energy..and the blur adds such depth.
Love the motion effects add action to your image.
http://narelleserline.blogspot.com/2009/11/if-blur.html
I love everything about this illustration! Colours, angle, subject .. great stuff!
Wow! that's an amazing blur! Beautiful color and composition.
Very nice. Love the color choice and composition.