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Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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You may find that what really makes Matt magnificent is not his cape, goggles or his lightening speed ...... |
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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A Big Congratulations to the winners of the 2016 SCBWI Tomie dePaolo contest.....Now I can show you my submission, which I had a great time working on, even if it did not make the list!
Check out the winners!
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Check out the winners of the SCBWI Tomie dePaolo Contest
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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I you are looking for a series of picture books that share the delightful fun and magic of each season with your preschooler...Author, Debbie Estrem has a little collection for you.
Winter Wonderland
Written by Debbie EstremFor ages 2 -5
Coming soon from Halo Publishing.
A Time for Fall Fun - Coming Soon from Halo Publishing
It's Summertime!
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Illustration work is completed for "Birthday Muffin" written by
author, Marcia Trimble.
A deliciously yummy cupcake adventure for the sweet toothed!
(ipad app coming soon)
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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I am working on a de-lightfully amusing new four book series with Debbie Estrem that unfolds wonderful memories of childhood uniquely celebrated in each season. We both were children of the 60's-70's and wanted to share some it's activites and adventures with little ones!
For ages: infant -preschool
Coming Soon from Halo Publishing.
Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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If you are a child of the 70's Summertime may have seemed much simpler, slower,
like molasses running up hill.
Kids made their own fun, used their imaginations to create forts and climb trees and play outdoor games. There were no cell phones, ipads or you tube....just lots of time spent with family and friends, and creating new adventures!
Debbie Estrem and I
are working on a picture book
for preschoolers that transports them back to the way kids spent their summers in the 70's. We hope it will spark some imaginative ideas for the wee folks and that adults will enjoy the little stroll in time.
"It's Summertime" is the first of a four book series from Debbie Estrem, who has also authored "Have You Ever Seen a Firefly?" and "Sights at the Zoo."
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Rupert is acting very naughty at home and at school...but one day someone new comes to class who is even NAUGHTIER... has Rupert met his match?
Written by Laura Brigger
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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The Adventure of Beatrice was released fall of 2001 by Concordia Publishing....author Pam Halter and I have decided to take lovable, curious, fiery and creative little Beatrice to Kindle for a whole new generation of wee ones to enjoy. Here are the beginnings of what will be revisions for the e-book series...
The Adventures of Beatrice, Written by Pam Halter
Illustrated by Kim Sponaugle Published in 2001 by
Concordia Publishing House.
Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Coming Winter 2015 |
Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Our cantankerous feather friend has landed.... |
Ella Grace and Nana T check out Grumpy's bio..... |
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Who isn’t mesmerized by the moon? Little Imani’s lunar fascinations go beyond enchantment to obsession as she wills herself to touch the moon. In doing so, she would prove her worth to all of the naysayers in her Maasai village who literally look down on her. Inspired by her mother’s tales of Maasai mythology, not only does Imani accomplish the feat, she proves to herself that “a challenge is only impossible until someone accomplishes it.” Imani is quite a someone.
Frog on a Dime is pleased to host the illustrator of IMANI’S MOON–the adorable Hazel Mitchell.
Hazel Mitchell is originally from England and now lives and works in Maine. When she wasn’t riding horses as a youngster she was drawing them. After attending art college in the UK, she spent several years in the Royal Navy and then worked as a graphic designer. Now she’s doing what she always dreamed of – creating books for children. Don’t you love it when dreams come true?
Welcome, welcome, Hazel. I’m excited to talk about your new book, written by JaNay Brown-Wood. What first attracted you to IMANI’S MOON? I loved the story and the fantastical elements. I also liked the idea of the setting in Africa and drawing a Maasai child! It was quite a challenge.
And now that it’s finished, what do you love most about Imani’s story? That it’s a book! (That’s always surprising.) I do love the way the colours and textures came out. Great job by Charlesbridge Publishing!
There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the need for greater diversity in children’s books. How do you think IMANI’S MOON helps to fill that gap? I think IMANI’S MOON is a great book to add to the diversity bookshelf. Imani is in her own environment. This is not a case of forcing a child of color into a story for the sake of diversity. She’s just Imani–in her culture with her trials and tribulations–just like any other child.
People outside children’s publishing or those new to the industry are often surprised (even alarmed) to learn that authors and illustrators do not often collaborate on a book. Can you talk about that? When I was a newbie I didn’t realize authors and illustrators worked separately either. At first, I thought the writer might feel cheated. And some do, I think. But the more you work in the industry, the more wisdom you acquire. We have editors and art directors for a reason. Having a little distance between the author and the illustrator is good. And the input from an art director and editor can be crucial. If there’s an issue with artwork, I’ve found that they’ll refer to the author when needed. It’s a team situation. Without the freedom to create, the illustrator can feel frustrated and then the art might not be as good as it could be. You can feel boxed in. The writer has his or her vision, and the illustrator needs to be able to have their vision as well. A picture book is a collaboration; it cannot work without each part of the whole. That’s when the magic happens!
And we can see that magic in IMANI’S MOON, Hazel. It’s so lovely. Now, since Frog on a Dime exists to offer encouragement, could you tell us about what or who encourages you? Right. Oh, so many. First, all the books that I have read along the way and learned from. You can’t read enough. My peers – those I have met so far on the journey. It can be a lonesome profession and like minds are crucial to help you along. And those I have met who are further along the path and have been kind enough to mentor me. Going to conferences and workshops has been a great source of knowledge and inspiration.
Here’s your chance to be encouraging, Hazel. What’s one thing a writer or illustrator could do today to improve their craft? Create SOMETHING!!!
Love that! And what do you do when you’re “stuck” as you’re trying to create something? Make a cup of tea. Do something mindless (chores!). Work on something else. Read a book. Have a bubble bath. Talk to another creative.
I love those ideas, Hazel. I’m a big believer in the inspirational power of tea myself. Before you go, I’m curious to know what’s on the horizon for you. I have a busy year upcoming with three books I’ve illustrated – ANIMALLY from Kane Miller, WHERE DO FAIRIES GO IN WINTER? from Down East, KENYA’S ART from Charlesbridge and in 2016 by debut as author-illustrator TOBY from Candlewick Press.
How exciting! Thank you so much for visiting Frog on a Dime, Hazel. It’s been a delight getting to know you.
You can learn more about Hazel when you visit HazelMitchell.com. You’re welcome to purchase IMANI’S MOON directly from Charlesbridge.
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Enter a drawing to win your very own copy of IMANI’S MOON.
All you have to do is leave a comment about why you love picture books! It’s that simple.
The drawing will take place at Noon on Friday, November 7, so don’t dilly dally!
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And now, we’ll close with one of Hazel’s favorite quotes . . .
We are all lying in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. ~ Oscar Wilde
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Blog: Illustrator Kim Sponaugle's Picture Kitchen Studio (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Ping and Po-Li written by Audrey Moore, is now on the
drawing board ....what a delightful Shiwu (food)
adventure we will be taking! The research for Asian terrain, rain forests,
bridges, unique creatures like coconut tree crabs, vultures and otters
will be almost as much fun to learn about as to sketch. See more sketches at
PKS Display Case
Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Illustrations for Images Press |
Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Sketches have just begun for "Nickerbacher"
written by director and choreographer Terry Barto.
Blog: Picture Book Illustration by Kim Sponaugle (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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I noticed Eliza’s portfolio when I was out in LA at the SCBWI Summer Conference this year. The Art Exhibit was teaming with talent, but Eliza took the Grand Prize with her portfolio. I know you will enjoy your visit with her.
I grew up in Northern Wisconsin in a family of teachers, musicians, and artists. Drawing was my favorite form of play as a child, my emotional outlet as a teen, and is my escape as an adult. Some of the strongest influences on my creativity have been the wild Wisconsin seasons, canoeing the Brule River, picking blueberries with my Grandmother, and digging through the snow with my brothers.
I got a degree in art and design at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2006, moved to Los Angeles and searched for my place as an artist in the “real world”. In 2009 I attended my first national conference for the Society of Children’s Book Writer’s and Illustrators (SCBWI) and felt immediately at home. Children’s literature allows me to experience my own childhood again; to reconnect with and express the imagination as vividly as the time I was building forts in the woods and playing with dolls. Little has changed; only now the worlds I imagine I have the ability to share.
In spring 2010 I illustrated the book What Does It Mean To Be Present? written by Rana DiOrio of Little Pickle Press. In July of that same year I received the SCBWI LA conference mentorship program award, the catalyst for my 2011 win of the portfolio showcase grand prize award! Currently I’m in the process of developing several of my own stories, including a picture book to be published with Nancy Paulsen/Penguin Books for Young Readers.
Above is the cover of the first picture book that she has illustrated. Now let’s take a look at her process. Here’s Eliza:
I start with a small thumbnail sketch, about 1 by 2 inches. This usually happens in my sketchbook where I do most of my thinking. The kernel of the idea is a few basic shapes, and then I do a slightly more detailed thumbnail of the scene.
At this point I usually hit up Google Images, collecting reference imagery that relates to my idea – scenery, characters, objects, lighting, etc. I’ll usually do some sketches of those objects and settings.
Sometimes I’ll build a crude model to help aid with perspective or to get a feel for the lighting. I’ll use whatever materials are on hand, in the case of this drawing; a pizza box for the walls and modeling clay for the figure.
A part of my process not shown here is to enlarge my thumbnail, do a rough sketch on a cheap tracing paper on top of that, enlarge that sketch to 100% and do my final pencil drawing on nice tracing paper (Graphics 360 Marker Paper). I scan that drawing in and print it out with my Epson Stylus 2880 on the final water
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I noticed Eliza’s portfolio when I was out in LA at the SCBWI Summer Conference this year. The Art Exhibit was teaming with talent, but Eliza took the Grand Prize with her portfolio. I know you will enjoy your visit with her.
I grew up in Northern Wisconsin in a family of teachers, musicians, and artists. Drawing was my favorite form of play as a child, my emotional outlet as a teen, and is my escape as an adult. Some of the strongest influences on my creativity have been the wild Wisconsin seasons, canoeing the Brule River, picking blueberries with my Grandmother, and digging through the snow with my brothers.
I got a degree in art and design at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2006, moved to Los Angeles and searched for my place as an artist in the “real world”. In 2009 I attended my first national conference for the Society of Children’s Book Writer’s and Illustrators (SCBWI) and felt immediately at home. Children’s literature allows me to experience my own childhood again; to reconnect with and express the imagination as vividly as the time I was building forts in the woods and playing with dolls. Little has changed; only now the worlds I imagine I have the ability to share.
In spring 2010 I illustrated the book What Does It Mean To Be Present? written by Rana DiOrio of Little Pickle Press. In July of that same year I received the SCBWI LA conference mentorship program award, the catalyst for my 2011 win of the portfolio showcase grand prize award! Currently I’m in the process of developing several of my own stories, including a picture book to be published with Nancy Paulsen/Penguin Books for Young Readers.
Above is the cover of the first picture book that she has illustrated. Now let’s take a look at her process. Here’s Eliza:
I start with a small thumbnail sketch, about 1 by 2 inches. This usually happens in my sketchbook where I do most of my thinking. The kernel of the idea is a few basic shapes, and then I do a slightly more detailed thumbnail of the scene.
At this point I usually hit up Google Images, collecting reference imagery that relates to my idea – scenery, characters, objects, lighting, etc. I’ll usually do some sketches of those objects and settings.
Sometimes I’ll build a crude model to help aid with perspective or to get a feel for the lighting. I’ll use whatever materials are on hand, in the case of this drawing; a pizza box for the walls and modeling clay for the figure.
A part of my process not shown here is to enlarge my thumbnail, do a rough sketch on a cheap tracing paper on top of that, enlarge that sketch to 100% and do my final pencil drawing on nice tracing paper (Graphics 360 Marker Paper). I scan that drawing in and print it out with my Epson Stylus 2880 on the final water
Blog: Cheryl Rainfield: Avid Reader, Teen Fiction Writer, and Book-a-holic. Focus on Children & Teen Books (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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Picture book (and early reader) illustrator and author Mo Willems just got hired as NPR’s radio cartoonist on All Things Considered.
A radio cartoon? “What the heck is that?” you say. I wondered, too, since cartoons are visual, not auditory. It turns out that Willems will describe the cartoon, and Michele Norris will take a stab at the punch line.
It sounds interesting to me, though it doesn’t sound like cartooning any more–rather a different type of humor. What do you think?
Read more about this at NRP, where you can also try your hand at writing the punch line. Included are four cartoons Willems has drawn and already written the punch line to. The punch lines are hidden (though I see them for one cartoon) and you can write your own and email them in with the link provide. The best captions may be read on the show.
Thank you Kathy for featuring me, you’ve done such a great job pulling this all together, and I’m really honored! ~Eliza
I fall more in love with children’s book illustration with every Illustrator’s Saturday you put up, Kathy. This is SO wonderful!
Eliza, ALL this work is captivating; I found myself getting lost in the pictures. And thank you SO much for your tips. They are invaluable!
Donna
lovely lovely work and thinking….too bad she’s repped! c
Gorgeous work indeed.
Clicked on the link but hit a dead end. Off to Google!
Thanks for a fun post. Wish I had talent like that!
Thanks so much for the wonderful compliments! And Cathy, thanks for pointing out the link, I didn’t catch it – the link to my website should be http://www.wheelerstudio.com.
Thanks again!
~Eliza
Eliza,
Thanks, I just corrected it. At least we know that people tried the link. Sorry for the mistake.
Kathy
Cathy,
Thanks for pointing out the mistake. Illustrator Saturday takes so long to do and that is the last thing I add. I guess my eyes were just bleary – thought I had it right.
Kathy
Chris,
I am always amazed at the talent out there, but I guess you are reminded of that all the time. Thanks for the comment.
Kathy
Donna,
I am hoping I can get back to doing some artwork this coming year and getting one of the fancy Wacom Tablets.
Talk soon,
Kathy
Eliza,
My please! Keep up the good work and I hope we can met at the NYC Conference at the end of January.
Kathy