It begins with an idea…
Out comes the sketchbook and frantic drawing or painting commences. I get the idea down as quickly as possible before it gets away. This then gives me a lively image to base a final piece on.
THE FLYING LESSON
sketchbook work before painting the final illustration
I can make your story fly!
“Seeing an illustrator’s sketchbook is like seeing them naked. There lies within the creative ideas in their rawest form. Here’s a sneaky peek at my sketchbook - me with my pants down. But not literally though, because that would be rude and just plain embarrassing for everyone, not just me.”
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The Dragon Roared! For a middle grade story - 'Greta Able's Flippin' Fable'
The Brothers Prepare to Battle the Beast - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'
The Brothers in Their Den Look Out for the 'Thing' - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'
Charlie Munches a Biscuit - thumbnail for 'The Beast Down Under'
The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 2
The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 1
The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 3
The Scarecrow Scandal - thumbnails 4
Cow and Friend - A sneaky peek into how my ideas process goes
The Monster Who Met His Match
Thumbnails 1 - The Monster Who Met His Match
Thumbnails 2 - The Monster Who Met His Match
A Fox in Different Poses
Children Jumping!
If I Could Wear Anything - Autumn Acorn & Summer Sombrero. Children in fun outfits
If I Could Wear Anything - Spring Spotter and Winter Warmers. Children in fun outfits