The Magic

I've been experimenting with how to paint the magic in the story book. I'm happy with some of the effects so far, like the stamping from before and now with these watery paint splatters. I'm trying to combine all these different ideas and effects, but haven't managed quite yet. Lots more to be done before it's even nearly ready. Wishing you a happy weekend. x x

Magical little girl

At the weekend I wrote the words to a children's book I've been working on. The one about the magical girl. Then I worked on the illustrations. I keep trying things out, putting them aside and starting again. That's ok though. Here I was testing outfits for her. Just ideas quickly painted but I want to share the process of this book as I make it. Back on Friday with a few more pictures. x x

Magical paintings

I hope you are having a good weekend. Thank you very much for all the wonderful comments about my book dreams. They were really kind and thoughtful.

Most of this weekend is going to be spent making invitations, for a friend's wedding and for a party we are having. Last night Daniel was out and I spent the evening experimenting with patterns. I've been thinking a lot about the books I'd like to make. I have lots of children's book ideas. These patterns are for a book about a magical girl. My plan is to make as many books as possible this year. Every time I make one I'll send it to a publisher's and I'll just keep doing that until they say yes to one of the ideas. That's my plan anyway. Simple, right? : )

Enjoy your weekend and thank you for taking the time to visit.