It was a delight to have author/illustrator Monica Wellington as our guest yesterday. Monica has written and illustrated Apple Farmer Annie, Pizza at Sally's, Mr. Cookie Baker, and other food-related picture books. (Each of these has recipes at the end of the book and have, hence, become part of our cookery collection). Laura's and Erica's class had very insightful questions to ask her.
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| We learned that the first sketch is done in pencil and is called a "dummy". |
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| Next comes the color. Monica uses colored pencils and gouache paint. We spotted the differences between the original sketch and the final version. |
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| "Squeaking of Art" includes references to many of Monica's favorite works of art. |
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Thanks so much for the listserv reminder to check your blog!
ReplyDeleteMonica Wellington's books are some of my favorites!!! "Crepes by Suzette" has been in Isabell's library for years and years. Looks like it was a wonderful visit!