You are invited! Susan Pope, a 2013 graduate of the UW's certificate program in Natural Science Illustration, is part of a reception/gallery opening in the Burke Room of the Burke Museum on Thursday, July 11 from 5:30-8:30pm. It's free to attend, there will be nibbles and drinks. All are welcome. The exhibit will remain on... Continue Reading →
Creative Notes from an Illustrator
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Lida Enche was at our first regional SCBWI meeting and had a great time listening to Victoria Rock of Chronicle Books give advice as well as taking notes. She created this illustration using quotes from Victoria, and adding a few from Maurice (the despondent Vampire), Dr. Brain and Lady Hourglass. She... Continue Reading →
Ultimate Tuesday at Secret Garden Bookshop
June’s Ultimate Tuesday special guest is illustrator is Kathleen Kemly, who’s illustrated many books for children, including GOLDEN DELICIOUS: A CINDERELLA APPLE STORY, A FISHING SURPRISE, and YOU CAN’T DO THAT, AMELIA! She’s here to talk about drawing the pictures for all her books, including her new book is A MOTHER'S SONG (written by Janet... Continue Reading →
Children’s Book Illustration and Painting Classes with Craig Orback
Local illustrator Craig Orback has some new Children's Book Illustration and painting classes starting soon in Bellevue and Seattle. Visit him at his website and blog. Children's Book Illustration IImmerse yourself in the world of children’s book illustration with this introductory course. Through in-class assignments using a variety of media, you'll learn basic techniques to... Continue Reading →