by SCBWI Western Washington
Straight from the files of Erik Brooks: "Just a quick word of good news to say that Tino the Tortoise: Adventures in the Grand Canyon— my latest illustration project and my first book with Portland’s Graphic Arts Books––published on June 9!" The book was written by Carolyn Ahern. Erik did a quick little blog... Continue Reading →
Picture-books are Julie Paschkis' passion! Author and illustrator Julie Paschkis says, “Nature abhors a vacuum, and so do I. I like to paint whenever and wherever possible.” Julie has illustrated over 20 picture books for children (some of which she has written). The books are all different because the paintings are made to bring the text to life,... Continue Reading →
A local author is looking for an illustrator for his book. SCBWI cannot endorse this endeavor, but certainly encourages it! We also encourage interested illustrators to see what the SCBWI Guide to Publishing for Children has to say about hiring (or working as) an illustrator. For more details, contact Rudy Willingham. And best of luck!
Can we get a "woof-woof"? Our Illustrators' Retreat is two spots shy of a full kennel...er, roster! If you are still on the fence, what are you waiting for? Let us throw you a bone: It's going to be FANTASTIC. No, it's going to be OFF THE LEASH! To register, click here.
Attention: SCBWI Western Washington and Portland Illustrators! Mark your calendars for our first-ever joint-chapter Illustrator Retreat! WHEN: October 3-5, 2014 WHERE: Dumas Retreat Centre in Federal Way, WA Kelly Murphy Sergio Ruzzier FACULTY: Join acclaimed illustrators Kelly Murphy and Sergio Ruzzier for a chance to hone your craft, enjoy excellent company, and relax in the... Continue Reading →
A timely and friendly reminder to all illustrators! Submissions for SCBWI's Tomie dePaola Award are welcome now from near and far, with a deadline of December 13. The award is given annually to an illustrator of promise chosen by Tomie himself. The award consists full tuition, transportation to, and accommodations at SCBWI's New York Winter Conference... Continue Reading →
SCBWI Western Washington will host its first-ever public exhibition of children's book illustration by 67 of our illustrious (what else?) members starting Oct. 10 at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle. Several special events will take place during the showing, including a family open house complete with a chance to create art, meet the... Continue Reading →
Author and member Karen Robbins (SHOE PRINT ART) sends along this potential credit opportunity for an illustrator: Tiffany Johnson at Soles4Souls.org is in need of an illustrator to draw some images for a two-sided, one-page coloring sheet to be given to children around the world when they distribute shoes to them. These children have never... Continue Reading →
Local illustrator Andy Musser, who was selected for an illustration mentorship at the SCBWI International Conference in Los Angeles in August (and stay tuned for more about that honor), invites you, yes you, to a casual art show reception at 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, at the Kirkland Performance Center. He says, "My series... Continue Reading →
How can cloud computing and Adobe Creative Cloud help children's illustrators or book designers? Find out in a Graphic Arts Guild workshop on September 25, 2013, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The session, called "Stormy Weather or Silver Linings: What the Cloud Means to Your Business," will be held in the Seattle Design Center Plaza... Continue Reading →
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