My Five Core Principles to Illustrating A Children's Book 

Wow no way I'm Michelangelo of anything haha. Except maybe I have a bad temper like him and I know once he punched someone in the nose.. although thankfully I am less violent haha 😅. That is a really sweet compliment, honestly I am simply glad people find value in this video ❤️

How cute! Whenever I make another book I'll make another video cause people seem to get a lot out of these, more than they did when I made them actually! Thanks Eman

Interesting view. I myself love looking at pictures for a long time.. but then.. it's my thing :)

Aww I am always so touched when illusrators tell me such things. Im very happy :)

Thank you 🙏🏼 I’m so glad you enjoyed watching this 💝

Hey Virginia! Thank you for your comment ! 💝

That’s such a sweet comment thank you ! I am glad you found the video helpful ♥️

That's so good to hear, I am glad you found it useful :)

Skipper Marno me too

I'm so so glad this video has helped and is helping people out! After a long two year hiatus, I am working on a new book, maybe I'll make a film about that process too X

Please! Coming up with the ideas for the pictures has been the hardest part for me. I am working on my first children’s book now and it’s not a super straight forward book. I have a lot to think about now because of your video.

@@fleeperification They are nevr straightforward because the text is so sparse - and there is alsp never a guarantee the author can fill you in with the blanks you need because in my opinion the author hasn't really thought about those blanks either. I am glad it can be of help to you

Lisa Falzon agreed! It’s her first book and she had no vision for the art so I’m left with a lot of freedom which can sometimes be overwhelming.

Thank you :) I don't like working for other people much so being my own boss is my fave, and essentially illustration is freelancing for someone and to someone else's idea. Every few years I might say yes to an illo job for old times' sake or if I want to experiment with a new technique, but its mostly for shits and giggles my jewelry brand is my main focus for a few years now :) Years ago I had a millinery brand for a few years too. Life is long and some people are cut out to do just one thing, a few want to do what they want to do when they want to do it :D I am lucky to have been able to do this throughout my career in art. I'm an art bug, not an illustrator.

Thank you!! Oh I have been making art since my birth and will till I die.. I just haven't been doing illustration much because I got tired of it after 15 years. Now I have been working on vitreous enamel for a few years, since this video really :) I do a few illustrations here and there - I am doing one right now for the same author as this book, it's just at a slower pace as it's not my main job. I have been considering filming it because people liked this one so much! Maybe I will. Thank you for the encouragement

@@LisaFalzon thank you for replying! Yes, art takes many forms and it is important to recognise when we need to let go for a while or swich medium so we won’t burn out. It would be amazing to hear more about your process, so I will be looking out for your next video. I really like that your work is well thought through and intentional. A lot of illustrators would benefit from this attitude. I would also love to hear about your art journey from The start and also some recommendations for beginners - how to start, what resources to use etc. But ofc it is just a suggestion. All the best in your art journey in the New Year! 🥰 and hope to see more of your content!

Thanks! I have no idea why but it seems the algorithm is hitting this into people's feeds more! I made it over a year ago and most views came within the last month, maybe it was shared somewhere. Glad you enjoyed :)

Thank you :)