Brian Bowes sent in this illustration, titled “Dreaming On Paper” for April’s call for illustrations. The image it’s self is of the April Fool and her dog, letting go of her work onto the winds of the world, and what comes back to her is her muse. There’s no official story that goes with this image, only the story that we bring to it. (watercolor 10.25×15.5″).
Brain loves creating images of wonder and adventure. He loves the whole process. He believes that beautiful images, and well told stories can help to remind us of the magic in our own lives. His work consists of fantastical watercolors, created with care and attention. His affection for the wondrously fantastical, may stem from my early exposure to the likes of Ray Bradbury. You can visit Brian at: http://studiobowesart.com/
Writers: You have a few days left to write a first page using the picture prompt below.
Please attach your double spaced, 12 point font, 23 line first page to an e-mail and send it to kathy(dot)temean(at)gmail(dot)com. Also cut and paste it into the body of the e-mail. Put “April 22nd First Page Prompt” in the subject line.
ILLUSTRATORS: Here is your chance to show off a little. I am looking for illustrations that celebrtes the month of April. This gives you a lot of leeway. I may post some as they come in during the, but I will definitely post all on April 30th, so I need to receive your illustrations no later than April 24th. Please make sure the illustration is at least 500 pixels wide and includes a blurb about you and a link to see more of your work. Please send it to kathy(dot)temean(at)gmail(dot)com and put “April Illustration” in the subject box.
Thank you Illustrators! I’m loving the logos that have been sent in for the conference bags. Great job!
Talk tomorrow,
Kathy
Filed under: authors and illustrators, children writing, Conferences and Workshops, inspiration Tagged: April Illustrations, Brian Bowes, Dreaming On Paper
Brian, your artwork is so beautifully done, and SO unusual! It’s amazing where the imagination can take us
And I wish I had time to do a first page, but that won’t be for quite a while! I’m looking forward to the pages and John’s critiques!
Thank you Donna! I appreciate your kindness.
Its been so hetic here lately, I am hoping I can meet the deadline. If not, I look forward to seeing what others have entered.