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| RECENT POSTS May 22, 2023 WELCOME CAMI RUOHONEN   May 15, 2023 WHAT’S COOKING?  May 8, 2023 MAGIC AND ADVENTURE  May 1, 2023 JUDGE THESE (BOOKS BY THEIR) COVERS!  April 24, 2023 AMERICA’S PASTIME IN ICE CREAM!  April 17, 2023 WELCOME LUELLA JANE WRIGHT!  April 10, 2023 BING! BANG! CHUGGA! BEEP!  April 3, 2023 NEED A BIGGER BOAT?  March 27, 2023 A M1NUTE OF SILENCE  March 20, 2023 LAWN & LANDSCAPE  March 13, 2023 I SCREAM YOU SCREAM  March 6, 2023 HIGH ISLE RELEASE  February 27, 2023 SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS LA 61  February 20, 2023 SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS NY 65  February 13, 2023 NEW HISTORICAL WORKS  February 6, 2023 SOFT, SWEET, NOSTALGIC  January 30, 2023 POPPY THROUGH THE PAINTINGS  January 23, 2023 FUN, PLAYFUL, HUMAN PACKAGING  January 16, 2022 WELCOME PEILI!  January 9, 2023 TEN LITTLE SQUIRRELS  January 2, 2023 LIZZY HAS FANTASTIC FEET  December 26, 2022 WARM WISHES FROM US TO YOU!  December 19, 2022 WEARING WYNONA  December 12, 2022 WHO IS RALPH VOLTZ?  December 5, 2022 WE HAVE A WINNER AT THE PENTAWARDS  OLDER POSTS |
WELCOME CAMI RUOHONEN May 22, 2023 Help us in welcoming Cami Ruohonen to our family of Illustrators. Cami finds an endless source of inspiration directly from nature. Her atmospheric work supports abstract ideas such as mindfulness and well-being. To see more great work from Cami, click HERE Breathe deeply...   WHAT’S COOKING? May 15, 2023 Julia Child said, “A party without cake is just a meeting.” She’s got something there. Take a look at these foodie illustrations. From the top: - Jo Tronc - John Schreiner - Daron Parton - Nick Matej - Pierre Droal - Rebeca Pintos - Susana Ramirez Solis - Gerad Taylor. Click around and enjoy. What’s cooking with you?  MAGIC AND ADVENTURE May 8, 2023 Discover the magic, adventure, history and science of this great series containing characters Asha and Baz. Dharmali Patel illustrates this series, by Common Deer Press, and each book introduces historical women of science and math. This fun series is a great read, while introducing science in approachable ways. To see more work by Dharmali, click HERE.  JUDGE THESE (BOOKS BY THEIR) COVERS! May 1, 2023 This latest batch of cover art from illustrator Bob Kayganich may just mean that we should judge a book by it’s cover (art)! To see even more of what Bob has been up to, click HERE. We wouldn’t be surprised if everyone starts reading more.  AMERICA’S PASTIME IN ICE CREAM! April 24, 2023 Ian Dale illustrated the packaging for a limited edition Houston Astros ice cream flavor sold by Houston-area H-E-B Grocery stores during the year of the Astros' World Series win. The artwork features official mascot, Orbit, a detailed depiction of Minute Maid Park, and diverse, enthusiastic fans celebrating in Astros gear. To see more of what Ian has been up to, click HERE. What’s your pastime?  WELCOME LUELLA JANE WRIGHT! April 17, 2023 Please help us in welcoming our newest illustrator, Luella Jane Wright, to our talented group. Luella’s work has graced the pages of many a children’s picture book, app’s, and advertising. She utilizes beautiful textures and patterns, wit and whimsy to create truly unique visuals. To see more of Luella’s work, click HERE. Which one is your favorite?  BING! BANG! CHUGGA! BEEP! April 10, 2023 Bing! Bang! Chugga! Beep! by Michael Sampson and Bill Martin Jr, and illustrated by Nathalie Beauvois is the latest charming tale coming to a bookstore near you. The delightful sing-song read aloud is fun for kids and adults too. Nathalie’s distinctive style collage style has been compared to work by Eric Carle and Lois Ehlert. To see more great work from Nathalie, click HERE. Jump in the driver’s seat.  NEED A BIGGER BOAT? April 3, 2023 Shark attacks aren’t as common as Hollywood or the media would make them out to be. Either way, we have been fascinated by this bone-chilling story-line since JAWS first appeared in theaters back in 1975. See the illustrations below, and one would think Ed Hammond has been swimming with the fishes. To see more from Ed, click HERE. Swim at your own risk. Anyone here a marine biologist?  A M1NUTE OF SILENCE March 27, 2023 Qatar, 2022. More than 6.500 migrant workers died while building the new stadiums and sites for the 2022 World Cup. Martinal Crepulja illustrated the work seen here for the initiative: A M1nute of Silence. Click here to see the animation on YouTube. To see what else Martina has been working on, click HERE.  LAWN & LANDSCAPE March 20, 2023 Gracing the cover of this month’s issue of Lawn & Landscape is an illustration by David Moore. Click HERE to see other projects David has been working on. Enjoy the view.  I SCREAM YOU SCREAM March 13, 2023 WE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM! Take a look at these luscious flavors from H. E. B. Creamy Creations. From the top, Illustrator Martin Wickstrom Illustrator Martina Crepulja, Illustrator Gerad Taylor, Illustrator David Moore, and Illustrator Martina Crepulja. Get your spoons ready!  HIGH ISLE RELEASE March 6, 2023 These illustrations, by Esther Cuesta de la Mata were created for the release of the “High Isle” expansion for the Elder Scrolls Online. To see more of what Esther has been doing, click HERE. Are you game?  SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS LA 61 February 27, 2023 Congrats and kudos go out to Ian Dale, whose work was accepted into the juried show of SILA, The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles 61st annual Illustration West. The two images pictured show Ian’s impressive range within his style in the Children’s Market category. Top image, titled One Big Body, is from the Go-And-Tell Storybook. God is With Me, is image two, a book about refugees . Click HERE to see even more great work from Ian. Bravo!  SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS NY 65 February 20, 2023 Kudos and congratulations to Nick Matej for his acceptance into the juried Illustrators 65 exhibit and book. The first two images pictured, Cocktails Composed, are a personal exploration inspired by cocktail garnishes, glasses and the beauty of simplicity. The third image, Elderflora, was done for the University of Pennsylvania’s OMNIA Magazine. Click HERE to see more great pieces from Nick. In or near NYC? Visit the Society of Illustrators Museum of Illustrations on East 63rd Street. ‘Cheers!’  NEW HISTORICAL WORKS February 13, 2023 Pierre Droal has been honoring history in his latest batch of digitally colored ink drawings. Realistic styles and punched-up color, these pieces are sure to be a hit amongst history buffs and lovers of US culture. To see more of Pierre’s illustrations, click HERE. Pictured here are Sitting Bull, Ali, and Jimi Hendrix.  SOFT, SWEET, NOSTALGIC February 6, 2023 Kate Gleyzer has some great new illustrations to share that are sweet, soft and reminiscent of the pure joy of youth. To see more work from Kate, click HERE. See what childhood memories await you.  POPPY THROUGH THE PAINTINGS January 30, 2023 Dan McGeehan had the very best time working on this latest children’s book, Poppy Though the Paintings. Collaborating with author Julie Lucht, and Brown Books, watch Poppy travel from inside one great work of art to another, on a quest to make her way home. Dan masterfully paints each page in the style each great master. It’s an imagination stimulator for all ages. Click HERE to go head first into more of Dan’s great work.  FUN, PLAYFUL, HUMAN PACKAGING January 23, 2023 Jo Tronc brings her creative flair to every package that her work graces. Looking at the breadth of her portfolio, one can sense her all-in, lively nature to approaching projects. To see even more dynamic designs from Jo, click HERE You won’t be sorry, and you may have to run out to the store for some salted caramel ice cream. Just sayin’.  WELCOME PEILI! January 16, 2022 Please join us all in welcoming Peili Huang to our family of Illustrators and Animators. Prior to living in California, she was an electrical engineer. In order to pursue her passion, she quit her job and traveled to the US. Click HERE to see what passion looks like. Welcome, Peili!  TEN LITTLE SQUIRRELS January 9, 2023 Ten Little Squirrels, the book following Armadillo Antics, by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson, and illustrated by Nathalie Beauvois, is bringing in rave reviews. This classic rhyme and rhythm will have your kids counting and reveling in the joy of these furry little friends. To see what else Nathalie has been doing, please click HERE.  LIZZY HAS FANTASTIC FEET January 2, 2023 Lizzy Has Fantastic Feet, by Antoinette Simmonds, is a fun story about appreciating differences. Caius is having a hard time being heard by his older brothers and sometimes feels left out. He finds a talking lizard and everything changes. As the two build a friendship, Caius discovers that everyone has differences but that our differences can also be our strengths. Ian also illustrated the first book by Ms. Simmonds, How Old Is Grandma? To see more great work from Ian, click HERE. Viva la difference!  WARM WISHES FROM US TO YOU! December 26, 2022 Like they say, it is the most wonderful time of the year. This season, our wish for you all is to be surrounded by warmth, love, and kindness. May the year ahead be filled with health. happiness and prosperity for us all. From the top left: Martin Wickstrom, Susana Ramirez Solis, Dan McGeehan, Rebeca Pintos, Daron Parton, Scott Burroughs, Esther Cuesta de la Mata, Kate Gleyzer, Laura Watson, Manuel Guiterrez, Ian Dale, Robin Boyer  WEARING WYNONA December 19, 2022 An exquisitely made men’s suit is made even more special when Nick Matej designs the interior hand woven label. As the brand expands, watch for more labels in this space. To see what else Nick has been working on, click HERE.  WHO IS RALPH VOLTZ? December 12, 2022 Working with Penguin Random House, Ralph Voltz is on the WHO HQ team of cover illustrators. These five books shown are a few of the examples of amazing stories, historical events, trailblazers and and really cool people that Ralph has been working on. Click HERE to see more of Ralph’s collaborations.  WE HAVE A WINNER AT THE PENTAWARDS December 5, 2022 Kudos and congratulations go to Daron Parton for bringing home the Bronze at the 2022 Pentawards. Daron worked with ETA Ripples in the Savory snacks category to come up with this great potato chip packaging. Click HERE to see more packaging design that stands out and is outstanding.  OLDER POSTS |
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