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I'm a freelance children's illustrator and writer living in Central Florida. I hope you enjoy my blog. Feel free to leave comments. Happy Drawing, Anne
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on 10/12/2010
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Life has a bit more irony than I would prefer. I’m thinking things should be fixed to their proper place, but they have a way being uprooted and moved about, sometime haphazardly. Although, a sequence of unseen events does often add an interesting twist to life. The crow is free to move about where he may like; not even bound by gravity, yet chooses to rests on the arm of the scarecrow who, secured in his spot, is suddenly propelled forward by the wind. Or is the wind just enough force to convince the scarecrow to propel himself forward? Maybe the scarecrow is the only one to know.
I wish it was a little windier in my studio today.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 8/26/2010
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It’s been a while since I’ve blogged last. I’m currently working on another children’s book that I think is coming along nicely. I just can’t share any of the pictures yet.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />
Also I spend a lot of time gardening and around nature. I think some of my art will start moving back in that direction. I just have too many interesting things happening in my backyard garden. Our house backs up to conservation in connection with the Little-big Econ so there is always something to see. This morning I had a little visitor. I didn’t mind because she seemed more interested in the weeds, for which there are plenty to pull. The butterflies and hummingbirds are always around too.
yes, I think I need to merge my interests more.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 5/3/2010
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There’s nothing like snuggling up in your favorite, or some else’s favorite blanket in order to find The Warmest Place of All. This image is from my first picture book. If all goes well some of the original artwork from the book will be on display at a children’s book exhibit along with a few other well known Florida illustrators later this year. I’ll post more as plans develop.
It’s been too long since I’ve posted anything. I’ve been working on some different projects and a new picture book that I’m sure to have fun making, it’s a little silly-hint.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 2/11/2010
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I felt like the previous farm animal illo was a little muddy. I know this isn’t a useful word for muddy, sorry, yet the term “muddy color” has been bothering me. So I decided to rework an old drawing to brighten up the palette and add a bit more texture with the chalk tool. I still want more from my illos so we’ll see what happens in the coming weeks.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 1/13/2010
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I’m feeling a little confine today, stuck at the computer trying to work out some color issues with Painter X. I keep revisiting this illo and hoping to get the light right. I need more blue. I‘ve been looking at some watercolor books I have on the shelf and a few a new artist friend referred to me.
I’ve haven’t posted in long time. Christmas was nice but went quick so I’m anxious to get the New Year going. I looking forward to 2010 bringing us all a fresh beginning.
I hope all of you up north aren’t suffering to poorly with cabin fever. I feel for you. We’ve had record lows here in Florida and my garden looks like mush. Oh dear.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 12/7/2009
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on 11/10/2009
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I don't know if the whimsy lettering counts toward the word "blur", but the premise of "confusion" in the letter to Santa Claus lends well to the way that he brings things into focus.
“All I want for Christmas is to nreal how to reab!”
“Can you reab what I reab?”, is an inspirational holiday poem that resonates with struggling readers, teachers and parents alike as it follows one boy’s magical journey into literacy. The poem is published in Reading Today and in the book, Christmas Miracles (St. Martin’s Press). The author, Madeleine M. Kuderick, has also been invited to present a live reading at the International Reading Association’s Southeast Regional Conference: Liberty through Literacy, November 2009.
I too was inspired by Madeleine’s poem and created this illustration to celebrate the event. Sometimes stories like these take on a life of their own, therefore I thought a picture book moment would capture her words nicely. Or perhaps release the words, finally, as would be the Christmas wish of this special boy.
To read more, go to my links to visit Madeleine's website.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 11/10/2009
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I don't know if it counts much for blur, but I like the whispy nature of the words and the premise of confusion in the letter to Santa Claus.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 11/3/2009
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I've been busy in the last week working on a special Christmas postcard/poster for an event that I'll talk more about later.
The finished Koi pond is now on my webpage if anyone would like to see the final. I had a great time working on it and made some major breakthroughs with Corel Painter to save some time.
I'll post again soon.
Hope you all had a safe Halloween.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 9/25/2009
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Work in Progress:
I’ve been working on this all day. I actually went back and redrew the scales because the pattern was off. It’s been much easier to digitally paint over the pencil drawing since fixing it. I haven’t added the final texture yet. So far this image is much brighter than my last on because I’m pulling more pure color like when use real color pencils. So far I’m pretty pleased. Hope you like it.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 9/11/2009
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Welcome!
What an appropriate word challenge for Illustrator Friday.
Please stop by my new website and visit awhile.
And as I mentioned before, don’t let that long-eared critter concern you.
He’s rather harmless.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 9/10/2009
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Strength of Character.
This piece is much darker in color and in mood from most of my work. I was trying something different, perhaps because the Halloween is around the corner. A lot of stuff out there for kids is more edgy so I thought I’d try something that didn’t feel like Disney. It’s probably not a strong piece and feels more like an underpainting, but sometimes I like the unfinished look.
Hope you like it.
My new website is up! I was able to keep the rollover feature (I hope that's working for everyone.) I’ll be adding more to my Digital Portfolio soon so come back and visit.
Enjoy and don’t worry about that long-eared woodland critter. I’m pretty sure he can’t hop over your fire wall.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 8/21/2009
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Pinocchio is a cautionary tale all around.
I’m a little hesitant to post my progress of the illo. I took a break from it while working on the new website design. I’ve reworked the cricket at bit. The first one was a little creepy. I’m worried that Jiminy is looking a bit roach like. But crickets are more often black, although Dad fished with tan ones. Disney’s cricket has a greenish face…that’s a grasshopper. Also I need to be careful of the line quality of the cricket compared to the line on Pinocchio. The line work on him is softer, although that may change as a rework the color. I guess an image looking overworked isn’t just reserved for real media.
Proceed with caution.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 8/12/2009
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I’m becoming impatient about getting my new website up and running so I thought I would appease myself by posting a little tidbit that I plan to incorporate. I think I must have a sweet tooth. My daughter thinks we should go out for ice cream. I know what I want with my ice cream, Yum.
High among the leaves
Bad ideas ripen well
Ready to hit me.
“Ouch!”
Grounded ideas
Make spoiled well meaningful thoughts
Taste better than pie.
“Yum.”
AJ
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 7/31/2009
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I’m modifying more than just the way I paint from traditional to digital. I need to modify my website. I’m thinking about dropping all the textures, colors, old images… (of my current site) and making a more streamline site with some new work, a section for traditional work and break down into quick categories. What do you think about a simple site like this? I need to change my type font too. I started off with Papyrus then discovered how over used it is. I’m more into images than type so I don’t focus enough of titles.
I will be posting a “modified” image of Pinocchio soon. I sort of surprised myself. I look forward to sharing it.
Any comments?
I plan to keep the rollover feature and add title and comments about each image as needed. I could keep the slides feature too.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 7/27/2009
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Poor Pinocchio had more than idle dreams.
I think I know how he feels.
Work in progress *
This is a work-in-progress for my digital media portfolio. There is no time to day dream about where this new media style might take me. I’m currently working on different layers and plan to glaze in more color. We’ll see how it goes.
The image in my head is still a bit hazy, but I think that’s only because the fairy dust keeps getting in my eyes. She just won’t sit still long enough to get a proper pose. :)(hee)
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 7/17/2009
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I think couple number 3# has it. Wish I could bust a move like that.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 7/13/2009
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The transition from real media to digital is really picking up pace.
You might remember a previous digital painting with these characters. I wasn’t completely happy with my first attempt. The image over all was too dark and I didn’t care much for the black outlines. So I went back to the original sketch, zoomed in, and began painting in layers and adding texture.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 6/13/2009
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The mysterious land of digital painting is beginning to unfold. I’ve had a personal goal of recreating my mixed-media painting technique with Corel Painter X’s awesome digital tools. I think I’m getting pretty darn close. Can you tell which one is “fully digital”? I didn’t even use the clone tool either. The biggest clue is the yellow light source in the upper corner image. For which I will reveal that sometimes yellow color pencil will scan more intensely than intended because of its translucent quality when light bounces around the scanner (hint). I could still use a little more contrast and warm light in the dominate image, but I plan go back and rework it more because I haven’t collapsed the layers yet (hint).
I just learned this THIS week. Cooooool…Icy cool . (happy dance)
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 5/30/2009
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By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 5/26/2009
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Not cracking up yet.
I’m still working out the bugs with digital painting. This is just a zoom in from the “Many Voices” poster. I like some of the qualities of the image, but it needs a bit more polishing. The original sketch is scanned, but most of the digital color is too loose. Currently I’m evaluating whether or not I should draw directly into the computer and am still learning all I can about Corel Painter. Eventually, I do see myself working digitally, but this transition phase feels like it’s putting my back at the beginning. Though, the feeling may not last long.
I would love to get comments from other artists or blog sites about artists who have made this transition or perhaps still prefer to scan sketches but finish a piece digitally.
Hope you all out there had a safe Memorial day.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 5/5/2009
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Although the manuscript for this story needs more work, I think the text for the little girl’s thoughts works well for this week's theme.
“I think the Emperor is smart already.
There is nothing in his cup, and that’s alright by him.”
In the story, the Emperor gains confidence through the help of his little daughter.
Perhaps hierarchy has more to do with the way we perceive ourselves than the position we hold.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 4/21/2009
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Is it possible to shift gears and start creating my artwork digitally after everything I’ve put into my traditional artwork?
I started off this piece on paper, gouache, and color pencils like usual, but it wasn’t the image in my head. The theme for the image is “Many Voices”. How appropriate because the voice in my head kept telling me that the picture was all wrong. I abandoned the paper, turned to the dark ominous screen on my desk, and wondered if the image needed another path. I scanned the rough sketch and began to practice different brushes in Painter, a computer art program. It would only be my second attempt to complete a picture this way. Would I run out of time before the deadline? After several redoes it has come to this. The warm sepia undertones provided the foundation, waves of color kept me guessing, and a little mouse with a shushing finger to his mouth told me it was alright for the many voices to stop.
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 3/31/2009
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Define: suspense or wavering, as between rest and motion or two phases of motion: the poise of the tides.
Poised or stuck! I’m working out some issues with an illustration I’m trying in Painter. Plus I thought the dragon looks more poised than I feel at the moment. Awhile back I posted my first digital illo. I felt the line was too dark before so I’m going lighter. Plus I really love sepia! I’m always trying to learn something new. I wonder where this look might take me and should I pursue it?
By: ANNE JEWETT,
on 3/20/2009
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Is someone feeling a little left out today, less than a part of something bigger, a self proclaimed minus one equals Mr. Zero…
No, no! Take a step back. You are no Goose Egg!
You are a Bunny, unique in many ways. Do not be so hard on yourself. For one reason, EVERYONE, not just little bunnies (which adds up to a lot), have felt exactly the same way; not just today. And if everybody, including little bunnies (which is more than one bunny can count), would subtract all those days of feeling the same way. Then perhaps, Little Bunny, you are not so alone.
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What a great drawing!
beautiful
Hey Anne! Nice line work. Love the wind effect. You nailed it perfectly!