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"The Chinese consider it childish to look for details in pictures and then to compare them with the real world. They want, rather, to find in them the visible traces of the artist's enthusiasm."
– E. H. Gombrich, The Story of Art
Experimenting with Chinese brushes and Marie's watercolor on Sumi-e paper...
By: Matt Phelan,
on 3/22/2016
Blog:
Planet Ham
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I met Michelle many years ago at an independent booksellers' conference. I was a big fan of LIBRARY LION so I let her know that I'd (obviously) very much like to work with her someday. Okay, I may have pestered her a little. Well, the pestering eventually paid off because here is the book! And here's what people are saying:
"Rich with feeling, it’s a warm, gently funny reminder to chase down one’s dreams, rather than waiting for them to appear on the doorstep." Publishers Weekly (STAR)
"A surprising spin on monsters with nicely effective artwork—and heart." Kirkus ReviewsThe official Book Release Party is SATURDAY, MARCH 14th at
CHILDREN'S BOOK WORLD in Haverford, PA! Michelle and I will both be there so here's your chance to get the rare and oh-so-nifty double signed copy!
To celebrate today's release, here are some sketches...
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| cover sketch |
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| Unused title page |
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| Early development sketch |
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| dummy sketch |
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| Monster character design sketch |
And here's a final painting from the book:
Look for more process posts soon. To keep up on all of my book stuff (including upcoming events), check out my
Facebook Author Page!
Two years ago, I kept a sketchbook devoted entirely to monsters. It was a fun preliminary step to illustrating the picture book
Marilyn's Monster by my good friend
Michelle Knudsen (Candlewick Press, March 2015).
It seems to fitting to post a beastie a day this week. Check back!
Sometimes I think the key to drawing is knowing when to stop.
By: Matt Phelan,
on 1/28/2010
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Planet Ham
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Been playing with Neocolor crayons which are water soluble. I like 'em.
Agreed! It's been fun discovering your website and fantastic drawings. Inspirational site and a new great way to quickly brighten my day.