Inspired by like-minds…
My brain is teeming with all sorts of inspiration after attending the SCBWI Mid-Atlantic Fall Conference in Arlington, Virginia. I was treated to a wealth of information as well as a special luncheon for the speakers (Thanks E.B., you are the best!). I was thrilled to meet the Art Director and Editor for Albert Whitman and Co., — two delightful ladies with a deep devotion to their craft. The Art Director, a speaker at the illustrator’s break-out, gave an informative presentation, providing encouragement to those aspiring and those already a part of the “fufilling” profession of creating imagery for young people.
I also had the opportunity to meet, in person, Moira, my co-editor (who does most of the editing work) for the Highlighter, the SCBWI Mid-Atlantic Newsletter. She’s not only a published author but also a lawyer (always a good friend to have just in case…)! I managed to buy the very last copy of her book, Alfie the Apostrophe and have it signed for my son. She was also a panelist of first time published authors and their editors.
I have lots of ideas in the cooker, now, just waiting to come out…stay tuned…
The illustration sketch above is pen and ink and is a preliminary for a story idea I am working on based on a tale from my grandmother’s childhood. It takes place in the great depression.¬†