A Journey into Picture Books: The Art of Richard Jones
From the point at which an artist signs with Bright; from early development — to their first illustration project — to the moment their career blossoms, is a wonderful journey to follow.
Neal Layton’s The Invisible Tony Spears and the Brilliant Blob
This month marks the publication day of Neal Layton’s second book in the series about schoolboy Tony Spears and his adventures into space. In The Invincible Tony Spears and the Brilliant Blob, our intrepid explorer can’t resist the urge to press that red button in his kitchen cupboard that transports him to the flight deck of the spaceship Invincible.
Adam Stower Illustrates Piggy Handsome
Adam Stower’s expressive pencil drawing brings to life Piggy Handsome: Guinea Pig Destined for Stardom! Written by Pip Jones are published this month by Faber and Faber.
The World Illustration Awards 2017
The Association of Illustrators, in partnership with the Directory of Illustration in USA, are delighted to presented the 2017 World Illustration Awards. With eight categories across Advertising, publishing, editorial and site specific work the World Illustration Awards continues to be a landmark award for illustrators and commissioners.
The Book Behind Wishker’s Whiskers — with Sarah Jennings
Sarah Jennings’ illustrations are full of line and movement — her characters springing into action at each turn of the page.
Philip Pullman’s much anticipated new book illustrated by Chris Wormell!
For months it has been whispered about, then in February it was announced and now it is the count down for the release of Philip Pullman’s new book!!! We are delighted to share Chris Wormell’s stunning front cover for Pullman’s ‘La Belle Sauvage: The Book of Dust Volume One’
Carrie May – Dreamweaver
We are thrilled to share Carrie May's debut picture book Dreamweaver written by bestselling author Claire Freedman and published by Templar. Carrie's beautiful artworks are filled with enchanting details and loveable characters, making this a truly magical bedtime story.
Behind the Book with Daniel Duncan
Fresh, new author/illustrator, Daniel Duncan’s debut picture book, SOUTH, was warmly received at the recent book launch with US based children’s publishing house, Abrams — held at The Bright Emporium. The story is calm and gentle, the illustrations full of depth and emotion. Already proving to be a hit, and with fantastic reviews, we thought it might be an idea to ask Dan to join us for a . So before the event, which will be on Sunday 2nd July, here’s a little more about the talented Daniel Duncan…
Mark Beech, illustrates new Wishing Chair cover for Enid Blyton
Mark is an approved illustrator for Enid Blyton books and has a new luxury hardback edition coming out - see cover below.
Aleksei Bitskoff Illustrates Enid Blyton Family Series
Aleksei Bitskoff was commissioned by Egmont to illustrate their new edition of the classic Family series by Enid Blyton, published this month. The Seaside Family and The Caravan Family are fun-filled adventure stories, perfect holiday reading for children aged 5 years and up.