So, spring arrived this weekend and it snowed yesterday. Such is life in New England. At least spring snow is only pretend snow, right? This is a rough sketch for a portfolio sample– I'll post the final when it's done. Must keep creating!
It's been a busy month around here. I finished the Maggie and Oliver cover (book to be released in October!), sent out a postcard mailer, worked up a second color sample for a dummy, dipped back into a story that needed to simmer for a while, and completed a nifty magazine map assignment. And I even managed to plant a row of snap peas in the garden this weekend. (The day before it snowed, of course!) I like busy.
And...
...I've been getting ready for the Whispering Pines Writer's Retreat this coming weekend! (I feel like my puppy: So excited, so excited, so excited!)
I'll be speaking as the author/illustrator mentor. I'm so honored to have been invited, and must admit to being a bit nervous, but in a good way. (Hope you behave yourself, PowerPoint.)
I am really looking forward to meeting new friends and the other fantastic mentors. (Oh please, don't let me get tongue-tied...)
Must remember to take lots of pictures. In the meantime, Happy Spring, everyone!
You're in bloom! - Snow can stop now!
Very fun post! Nice to know all you've been up to. You will be wonderful at Whispering Pines!
Thanks so much, ladies! Apparently we're not done with the snow, yet... ;-)
Your work is amazing Jennifer!!!