Showing posts with label kidlit. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kidlit. Show all posts
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September 22, 2015
What IS in a Face?
Wendy Wahman interviews THE WHATSITS about how kidlit illustrators do self-portraits!
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September 18, 2015
What's a WHATSIT?
Greetings Blogfriends!
There are some new kids on the blogck, and I’m happy to say
I’m one of them!
We are a little band of published picture book author/illustrators from the Seattle area called, THE WHATSITS!
Whatsit you say. . . another blog?? Fear not! You won't regret it. We will post about the world of children's literature about every two weeks and we promise we'll be short on words and long on pictures (just like our books)!
—ERS
August 21, 2015
Interview!
Hello, dear Blogfriends!
There's change in the air, and not just the seasons!
I'm gearing up for some blog-shifting soon—so stay tuned.
Meanwhile, hop on for my interview with Mr. Henry Herz at the San Diego Children's Book Examiner:
http://www.examiner.com/article/interview-with-picture-book-author-illustrator-elizabeth-rose-stanton
There's a little PEDDLES and HENNY talk, as well as some other sense and nonsense: bacon? Nuclear (chicken) arms? Ghosts? Mr. Herz asks such fun questions, and his answer-banter is always entertaining! Oh, and be sure to click the link at the end for the whole interview!
You can check out some of the other interviews, too:
http://www.examiner.com/childrens-books-in-san-diego/henry-herz
Scroll down and you'll find the likes of Caldecott-types Dan Santat, Molly Idle, and Aaron Becker— as well as picture book stars like Debbie Ohi, Deborah Freedman, and Mac Barnett. The list goes on!
See you soon!
-ERS
There's change in the air, and not just the seasons!
I'm gearing up for some blog-shifting soon—so stay tuned.
Meanwhile, hop on for my interview with Mr. Henry Herz at the San Diego Children's Book Examiner:
http://www.examiner.com/article/interview-with-picture-book-author-illustrator-elizabeth-rose-stanton
There's a little PEDDLES and HENNY talk, as well as some other sense and nonsense: bacon? Nuclear (chicken) arms? Ghosts? Mr. Herz asks such fun questions, and his answer-banter is always entertaining! Oh, and be sure to click the link at the end for the whole interview!
You can check out some of the other interviews, too:
http://www.examiner.com/childrens-books-in-san-diego/henry-herz
Scroll down and you'll find the likes of Caldecott-types Dan Santat, Molly Idle, and Aaron Becker— as well as picture book stars like Debbie Ohi, Deborah Freedman, and Mac Barnett. The list goes on!
See you soon!
-ERS
December 7, 2014
How About a Henny?
The Holidays approach!
The American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression Holiday Art Auction is just about to wrap up, so here's a chance to own some wonderful art by children's book illustrators (including yours truly)* http://www.ebay.com/usr/abffe
Here's what it's about:
Proceeds support the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression and help underwrite the Kids' Right to Read Project, which was co-founded by ABFFE and the National Coalition Against Censorship, and Banned Books Week - the only national celebration of the freedom to read.
Meanwhile. . .
I've got more travel on the horizon, as well as finishing up some final touches for PEDDLES as they come in from my art director at Simon and Schuster. I will be posting more about my little piggy, soon, so stay tuned!
Thanks, friends and I hope all is well in your worlds!
xo,
ERS, Henny, and Peddles :)
The American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression Holiday Art Auction is just about to wrap up, so here's a chance to own some wonderful art by children's book illustrators (including yours truly)* http://www.ebay.com/usr/abffe
Here's what it's about:
Proceeds support the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression and help underwrite the Kids' Right to Read Project, which was co-founded by ABFFE and the National Coalition Against Censorship, and Banned Books Week - the only national celebration of the freedom to read.
Kids' Right to Read Project provides support to students, parents, teachers, librarians and booksellers who are fighting efforts to ban children's and young adult books in their communities. Since its founding in 2006, KRRP has opposed challenges to 222 titles in 35 states.
How can you resist?
*AND how about an original HENNY?
I've donated an original watercolor study from one of the spreads in HENNY (oh, and look-- is that little Peddles in the cart? (Back when he was but a twinkle in my eye) ;-)
Please take a look and bid 'er up! http://www.ebay.com/itm/271685397510
I've got more travel on the horizon, as well as finishing up some final touches for PEDDLES as they come in from my art director at Simon and Schuster. I will be posting more about my little piggy, soon, so stay tuned!
Thanks, friends and I hope all is well in your worlds!
xo,
ERS, Henny, and Peddles :)
September 2, 2014
A Pig and a Cat
Two little (big) reasons . . .
*1. I just finished my next picture book, PEDDLES. As of last Thursday, all the final art is in the hands of my capable art director at Simon and Schuster. Stay tuned for updates through the following year. He's due out January 2016.
*2. My posterior has been in the chair every available moment working on Peddles and concurrently providing, since the second week in July, a lap for BEATRIX! Bea is my new Scottish Fold kitten.
It was a herculean feat keeping my concentration going, as you might imagine.
My Facebook posts of her were so popular, she now has her own page. So if you want to see more, pop on and give her a "like." https://www.facebook.com/BeaTheFold
Hope you all have had a great summer and, as ever, thanks for stopping by!
Oink and meow,
-ERS
*1.
*2.
. . . I haven't been around much lately (not to mention all the relatives visiting from out of town this summer):
*1. I just finished my next picture book, PEDDLES. As of last Thursday, all the final art is in the hands of my capable art director at Simon and Schuster. Stay tuned for updates through the following year. He's due out January 2016.
*2. My posterior has been in the chair every available moment working on Peddles and concurrently providing, since the second week in July, a lap for BEATRIX! Bea is my new Scottish Fold kitten.
It was a herculean feat keeping my concentration going, as you might imagine.
My Facebook posts of her were so popular, she now has her own page. So if you want to see more, pop on and give her a "like." https://www.facebook.com/BeaTheFold
Hope you all have had a great summer and, as ever, thanks for stopping by!
Oink and meow,
-ERS
May 26, 2014
Tag! I'm It!!
AUTHOR BLOG TOUR
My super talented friend, Mike Curato, tagged me to be part of the "Author Blog Tour" that's been making the rounds. I met Mike through the SCBWI when he lived in Seattle. I was so sad when he moved to NYC, but I KNOW he's going to be taking the kidlit world by storm when his book, Little Elliot, Big City comes out this summer. Mark my words, Mike's book will go down as an instant classic. When I last saw Mike in NY, he gave me a preview of "Little Elliot" (or "Elly" as we love to call him)-- I truly got goosebumps--it's that good.
Keep your eye on this guy! Thanks, Mike, for the tag!
Now for the tour:
What am I currently working on?
Sometimes walking and chewing gum at the same time can be a challenge, and that's just what I'm doing right now--walking Henny and chewing Peddles ;)
Since Henny's release in January, it's been a whirlwind of activity--including her launch party at Secret Garden Books in Seattle, and an amazing New York celebration at The Corner Bookstore in Manhattan.
But I have to say, one of the biggest highlights so far was being invited to read Henny
at the Eric Carl Museum of Picture Book Art. It was a blast!
Also thrilling was Henny getting an ALA Booklist Star, and then finding out she was named to the Kids' Indie Next List!
MEANWHILE, my butt has GOT to be in the chair all summer for my next picture book, also with Simon and Schuster. The final art for Peddles, my little pig with big ideas, is due September 1. Yikes!
How does my work differ from others of its genre?
This is a tough one to answer. Everything and nothing is new under the sun. I am "trained" traditionally, in that I started out life as an architect, then segued over to fine art, scientific illustration, and portrait art before becoming an illustrator. All of my art work is done with paint/pencil/pen on paper. I use the computer only for some occasional fine tuning. I don't think this necessarily differentiates me from other writer/illustrators. What I can say, though, is my approach to art has been informed by the likes of Beatrix Potter, Edward Gorey, with a little John Tenniel thrown in, to name but a few--so I guess you could say quirky (combine Potter + Gorey and that's what you get, right?). Generally, I try not to belabor details, unless they are germane to the emotional state of my character. As for my writing, I tend to focus on what's going on inside the little noggins of my characters and, when I do, it almost always takes them somewhere interesting. I am a firm believer in the aesthetic, "less is more" (thank you, Mies van der Rohe).
Why do I write what I write?
I'm not sure I really know. As a child, I was very much "in my head." I think my characters reflect this. Being a kid can be tough, and I hope my picture books, in addition to just being fun to look at, strike a chord in their little developing brains. At the very least, I hope my stories will get them to sit still for a minute or two.
How does my individual writing/illustrating process work?
I almost always begin with a quick character sketch or a doodle. I have sketchbooks and sketchbooks filled with critters of all sorts. Usually one will push its way to the fore, and I keep drawing he/she/it until a story forms. When I thought up Henny, I had been drawing birds--all sorts, imaginary and real. I had just finished a painting of a dodo and that got me thinking about birds that can't fly. Well, one thing led to another, and next thing I knew she was lookin' right back at me, sans wings and, well, you know the rest of the story ;)
Thanks again for the tag, Mike!
I miss you!
Next tag-ees! You'll love touring with these two:
Ben Clanton and Jennifer Mann (check out their photos--Henny is definitely a fan!).
Ben, my pal from Seattle who, like Mike, had to up and move east (sniff ), is the author/illustrator of a bunch of fun, FUN picture books. Most recently, the marvelous
Mo's Mustache
and Jennifer, my friend and fellow recovering architect, whose book, Two Speckled Eggs, debuted in April to rave reviews!
Be sure and tune in to their blogs next Monday, 6/2, to read up on all the wonderful, fun, and inspiring work from these two talented author/illustrators. You'll be glad you did.
My super talented friend, Mike Curato, tagged me to be part of the "Author Blog Tour" that's been making the rounds. I met Mike through the SCBWI when he lived in Seattle. I was so sad when he moved to NYC, but I KNOW he's going to be taking the kidlit world by storm when his book, Little Elliot, Big City comes out this summer. Mark my words, Mike's book will go down as an instant classic. When I last saw Mike in NY, he gave me a preview of "Little Elliot" (or "Elly" as we love to call him)-- I truly got goosebumps--it's that good.Keep your eye on this guy! Thanks, Mike, for the tag!
Now for the tour:
What am I currently working on?
Sometimes walking and chewing gum at the same time can be a challenge, and that's just what I'm doing right now--walking Henny and chewing Peddles ;)
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| Henny-packed window at The Corner Bookstore |
Since Henny's release in January, it's been a whirlwind of activity--including her launch party at Secret Garden Books in Seattle, and an amazing New York celebration at The Corner Bookstore in Manhattan.
But I have to say, one of the biggest highlights so far was being invited to read Henny
at the Eric Carl Museum of Picture Book Art. It was a blast!
 |
| reading Henny for Storytime at The Carle |
Also thrilling was Henny getting an ALA Booklist Star, and then finding out she was named to the Kids' Indie Next List!
Activity is on-going for Henny: in addition to some school and bookshop visits, next up is the American Librarian Association meeting in Las Vegas where I will be signing Henny at the Simon and Schuster booth.
MEANWHILE, my butt has GOT to be in the chair all summer for my next picture book, also with Simon and Schuster. The final art for Peddles, my little pig with big ideas, is due September 1. Yikes!
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| Peddles |
How does my work differ from others of its genre?
This is a tough one to answer. Everything and nothing is new under the sun. I am "trained" traditionally, in that I started out life as an architect, then segued over to fine art, scientific illustration, and portrait art before becoming an illustrator. All of my art work is done with paint/pencil/pen on paper. I use the computer only for some occasional fine tuning. I don't think this necessarily differentiates me from other writer/illustrators. What I can say, though, is my approach to art has been informed by the likes of Beatrix Potter, Edward Gorey, with a little John Tenniel thrown in, to name but a few--so I guess you could say quirky (combine Potter + Gorey and that's what you get, right?). Generally, I try not to belabor details, unless they are germane to the emotional state of my character. As for my writing, I tend to focus on what's going on inside the little noggins of my characters and, when I do, it almost always takes them somewhere interesting. I am a firm believer in the aesthetic, "less is more" (thank you, Mies van der Rohe).
Why do I write what I write?
I'm not sure I really know. As a child, I was very much "in my head." I think my characters reflect this. Being a kid can be tough, and I hope my picture books, in addition to just being fun to look at, strike a chord in their little developing brains. At the very least, I hope my stories will get them to sit still for a minute or two.
How does my individual writing/illustrating process work?
I almost always begin with a quick character sketch or a doodle. I have sketchbooks and sketchbooks filled with critters of all sorts. Usually one will push its way to the fore, and I keep drawing he/she/it until a story forms. When I thought up Henny, I had been drawing birds--all sorts, imaginary and real. I had just finished a painting of a dodo and that got me thinking about birds that can't fly. Well, one thing led to another, and next thing I knew she was lookin' right back at me, sans wings and, well, you know the rest of the story ;)
Thanks again for the tag, Mike!
I miss you!
Next tag-ees! You'll love touring with these two:
Ben Clanton and Jennifer Mann (check out their photos--Henny is definitely a fan!).
Ben, my pal from Seattle who, like Mike, had to up and move east (sniff ), is the author/illustrator of a bunch of fun, FUN picture books. Most recently, the marvelous
Mo's Mustache
and Jennifer, my friend and fellow recovering architect, whose book, Two Speckled Eggs, debuted in April to rave reviews!
Be sure and tune in to their blogs next Monday, 6/2, to read up on all the wonderful, fun, and inspiring work from these two talented author/illustrators. You'll be glad you did.
September 7, 2011
The Harpy from St. Germaine
I took up the challenge for Underneath the Juniper Tree's latest contest, and this is what happened:
and the winner is...
OK, so I haven't lost my mind (well, I suppose one could debate this), but...Halloween IS coming, after all.
Seriously, I have been having a devilishly good time doing some of the art work for this journal.
I promise I will get back to chickens and frogs...soon ;)
and the winner is...
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| copyright 2011 E.R.Stanton |
OK, so I haven't lost my mind (well, I suppose one could debate this), but...Halloween IS coming, after all.
Seriously, I have been having a devilishly good time doing some of the art work for this journal.
I promise I will get back to chickens and frogs...soon ;)
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| copyright 2011 E.R.Stanton |
August 28, 2011
Oh Teddy!
Poor, poor Teddy's in trouble AGAIN!
He is also appearing again on that darkly wonderful kidlit site, Underneath the Juniper Tree
http://www.underneaththejunipertree.com/?p=457
He is also appearing again on that darkly wonderful kidlit site, Underneath the Juniper Tree
http://www.underneaththejunipertree.com/?p=457
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| copyright E. R. Stanton |
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