Layout Development

Introduction This blog post will explore the development process of the layout and composition I intend to follow throughout my children’s picture book. I will be drawing inspiration from my secondary research source Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s post-impressionist cabaret posters. Layout Development Storyboards The following storyboards will be developed using the 32-page spread technique I learnt […]

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Illustration Development

Introduction This blog post aims to synthesis inspiration from Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Joel Stewart to create a new captivating children’s book. The Steel City Clean Ups illustration development journey draws inspiration from Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s post-impressionist cabaret posters and Joel Stewart’s contribution of illustrations in The Magic Paintbrush written by Julia Donaldson. By blending

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Project Intentions and Design Overview

Project Intentions My project intentions are to create, develop and market a children’s picture book that delves into the significant need for sustainable practices, specifically plastic pollution and encouraging the ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ approach for environmental preservation. The captivating children’s book will not only entertain adults and children but also serve as a powerful

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Synthesis of Research Sources

Drawing inspiration from Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s artistic style and Julia Donaldson’s signature writing style, the final picture book will be a juxtaposition of the past and present. The combination of both styles will aid in creating a fresh narrative with a timeless illustration style to complement the story. Strategically combining the two will ensure the

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Analysis of Julia Donaldson’s Book “The Magic Paintbrush”

Introduction to Julia Donaldson a Children’s Book Author The books below are examples of Julia Donaldson’s most famous publications. Julia Donaldson is an immensely celebrated and cherished British author, known for her captivating children’s books. Julia has enchanted readers of all ages with her publications, poetry, songs and, plays. In 2019 she was awarded the

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Analysis of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s Post-Impressionist Posters

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec Introduction Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a pioneering graphic designer, painter and illustrator known for his influential, post-impressionist cabaret posters during the 1890s. His distinctive style observed and documented the diverse Parisian nightlife of Montmartre, Paris. Toulouse-Lautrec worked alongside singer and comedian, Aristide Bruant and many more celebrities, producing promotional posters for shows

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