In this special episode, our host Shawna JC Tenney takes the guest seat to teach us how she wrote, illustrated and sold her first picture book Brunhilda’s Backwards Day. Chris Oatley, our Executive Producer, interviews Shawna about: The amazing, emotional power of picture books. Why you might turn down paid work for time on your […]
Interview With Caldecott Honor Winner and Kidlit Author/Illustrator Molly Idle :: Stories Unbound #10
Molly Idle is the Author and Illustrator of many acclaimed picture books. In 2014, she won a Caldecott Honor Award for her book Flora and the Flamingo. Today we talk about the discoveries and challenges revealed along her journey from animation to a career in kidlit: The transition from Dreamworks to picture books. The importance of […]
15 Fantastic Compositions From My ‘Painting Drama’ G4 Students
The fourth generation of Painting Drama (my course on composition and developing your unique visual voice) wrapped this past January. They are intelligent, professional and relentless. Here’s a collection of some of their best work from the class, links to connect with each respective artist and some thoughts about what they learned…
Interview with Kidlit Author and Illustrator LeUyen Pham :: Stories Unbound #9
LeUyen Pham‘s versatile illustrations can be found in over 80 books, including picture books, graphic novels, and middle grade novels. In this episode, Uyen talks about leaving her high-paying animation job for full-time freelance, how and when to say “No” to potential clients and how she finds the kind of work she wants… Plus: Uncommon versatility and working with celebrities!
Interview With Mark Pett, Picture Book “Authorstrator” :: Stories Unbound #7
Mark Pett is a former syndicated comics creator and self-proclaimed “Authorstrator” of 5 charming picture books, including his forthcoming title: This Is My Book! In today’s interview, Mark reveals how creating a daily comic strip became his creative boot camp… And how this shaped him into the prolific picture book creator he is today.
