Articles related to "Illustrators"



Using the Adobe Illustrator Graph Tool
Graph information can be entered into Adobe Illustrator for creative graphic embellishments with a little understanding of how the Graph Tools work.
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Faith Ringgold and Barbara Cooney
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The Color of Folklore
The colors to which one is attracted are necessary for a sense of wholeness, equilibrium and happiness. Enmesh your being in color. Enmesh your spirit in folklore of the ages for a unique experience.
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How to Paint Illustrations
How to get started in painting illustrations.
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The Brave Little Tailor
Olga Dugina and Adrej Dugin take the classic children's fairy tale, The Brave Little Tailor, to a whole new level with their compelling illustrations.
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Charlotte Zolotow
Charlotte Zolotow wrote many of her best loved books in the sixties and seventies. However the beauty of her warm stories about human nature remain timeless.
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Children With Disabilities in Fiction
Discussion of available books for all ages about children living with disabilities, physical, emotional and learning. Article focuses on Picture Books about exceptional children. Part One in a series of four articles on award-winning children's literature for all ages on this subject.
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Spotlight On: David Shannon (1999 Caldecott Honor Winner)
A look at 1999 Caldecott Honor winning author/illustrator David Shannon. Shannon's career, and working methods are presented, as is a booklist. The article includes background on the award-winning picture book "No, David!".
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Writing Families: A Natural Partnership Part 2
Part Two in a series on African-American authors/illustrators of award-winning children's books who work with family members as their writing partners. This article focuses on the collaborative wife and husband team of Patricia and Frederick McKissack.
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Writing Families: A Natural Partnership Part 1
Part One in a series on African-American authors/illustrators of award-winning children's books who work with family members as their writing partners. This article focuses on the collaborative father and son team of Walter Dean and Christopher Myers.
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How to Find Work as an Artist
This article covers several ideas as to finding work as a freelance illustrator, artist, and more through job boards and forums, including site addresses.
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Comic Artist’s Resource
This article lists some great resources for artist aspiring to dive into the world of comic illustration.
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Jobs for Artists (Apr 25 2006)
Here's a list of illustrator and graphic design jobs for April 25, 2006
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Lorie Ann Grover
When Lorie Ann Grover was young, she wanted to dance. But her body kept growing, refusing to cooperate. So, instead of giving up her dream, she redirected her passion
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Leroy Neiman, Playboy Artist
A closer look at the American illustrator and artist, Leroy Neiman, perhaps best known for his work in Playboy magazine.
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More Manga for Grownups
Manga, Japan's new cultural export, caters for grownups as much as the little ones. Here's a selection to explore this relatively new medium by.
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Children's Lit Awards
Literary awards presented to children's authors and illustrators
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New Comic: THE BIG PICTURE by Lennie Peterson
New comic looks at cartoonist's own life.
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Scary Godmother 2 on DVD
Jill Thompson's Scary Godmother: The Revenge of Jimmy comes out on DVD August 29.
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Unique Kid Lit Resources for Teachers
Teachers don't always have a lot of spare time to find great children's literature sites and activities on the web...but luckily, I do. Here you'll find some of the best and most interesting resources available for K-6 English and Reading teachers.
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Children's Lit Awards
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Publishing Terms
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Book Review: Gregory Rogers Picture Books
Two picture books by Australian author and illustrator Gregory Rogers follow the adventures of a young boy and a bear in Elizabethan England and a mystical fairy grotto.
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Profile: Dan-ah Kim
Every Monday, a new artist will be profiled for your reading pleasure. This week, we're talking to a mixed media artist who is making a mark in New York City!
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Sally Morgan - Aboriginal Artist
A suggested outline for a critical analysis of Sally Morgan's silkscreen print "Taken Away." The work evokes a feeling of searching for a sense of identity and place.
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Publishing Terms
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The Coretta Scott King Award: An In-depth Look
History of the Coretta Scott King Award for children's authors and illustrators, accompanied by discussion of the work of some of the winners and honorees of this award and their bodies of work.
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Campaign Against Age Banding
As the campaign against age banding for children's books gains support from JK Rowling, this article looks at both sides of the story.
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It's NOT the Stork - review
It's NOT the Stork is for preschool, kindergarten and early primary levels - but you'll want parents' consent before you decide to read it to your grandchildren.
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What Is A Script?
Scripts are blueprints or roadmaps that outline stories. They are sets of instructions that facilitate people working together because they are following the same plan.
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Manga for Grownups
Manga, Japan's new cultural export, caters for grownups as much as the little ones. Here's a selection to explore this relatively new medium by.
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Shape and Concrete Poem Lesson
Students learn about shape and concrete poems from poetry books. By writing and illustrating their own poem, students express creativity and learn poetry techniques.
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William S. Gilbert Biography
The life and work of William S. Gilbert, librettist of the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta partnership. Famous for The Mikado and H.M.S. Pinafore, among others.
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Eve Bunting and Ann Rinaldi
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Reading Groups for Kids
This article is for parents who want to encourage summer reading by organizing and hosting home reading groups for children.
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Children's Literature Awards

Illumitoon's first anime DVD
Former FUNimation executives form Texas-based Illumitoon, an anime licensing company. Illumitoon Entertainment Ltd. will release Beet the Vandel Buster.
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Neglected Homeschooling Subjects
Sometimes in our concern to cover the basics, some subjects can be neglected. How homeschooling families can take advantage of being home to have well-rounded learning.
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A Tribute to Lewis Carroll
Most known for his bizarre tale of Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll changed children's literature forever. Find out how his own life story contributed to his intricately woven tales of imagination...
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African-American Children's Authors
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Baby Bear's Books - a review
Written by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Melissa Sweet, here's Maryan Pelland's review of a picture book about how much fun books can be.
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Book Review - Whitethorn Woods
The shrine to St. Ann in the Whitethorn Woods is a favorite with locals and tourists alike. When the county threatens to pave over the site, all sorts of problems arise.
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Breaking Rules in the Art World
This British Library exhibition explores the 'isms' of Avant Garde, how art and attitudes changed across Europe helped by developments in communications and transport.
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Cut School Lunch Costs
Tips for preparing school lunches that are healthful, economical and environmentally friendly.
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Free Art Supplies
Yes, art supplies are expensive, but here are some ways to try products free, get free materials to ship your art, and more!
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How to Promote Summer Reading at Home
Over the summer, children may not want to read daily. Promoting reading at home can be difficult for parents but there are many fun activities to make reading enjoyable.
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Implement a Summer Reading Program
For some of us homeschoolers, the year is winding down. Here is a great way to keep your kids interested in reading over the summer break.
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Jan Luyken: 17th Century Dutch Artist
17th Century etcher, lithographer and poet.
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Kate Greenaway (1846 - 1901)
This article is for the Valentine's Day Event and is about Kate Greenaway, the famous children's book illustrator.
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The Hands of Time
Quilts really do mark the times in our lives. There are many different quilts, wedding quilts, anniversary quilts, birthday, friendship, baby quilts etc...
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