On the one hand, illustrating picture books for clients is insanely rewarding! But, on the other hand, it’s a special type of storytelling that isn’t always easy.
Here, the images and text are equally important—one cannot overshadow the other.
I love it.
We are in the very last phases of the process and with a bit of luck and a tail wind, this baby will meet the world in a few short weeks.
Willows Goodknight Lights is the first picture book I have ever illustrated for a client. I’ve done a fair bit of art and layout design in one-off projects (magazine covers and interior layout), but never something this big.
I love this work!
Here are a few more sneaky peeks into this adorable children’s book.
I’ve learned a lot about the process, and there are a few things I would have done differently—but experience is truly the best teacher!
