Tracy Walker created this beautiful image to accompany an article in the May Yoga Journal on connecting with the flow of your breath.
Doug Martin illustrates for St.Martin's Press Mystery Series
Some more options for the summer reading list: Doug Martin recently illustrated the covers of two of Elizabeth J. Duncan's mystery novels, published by St.Martin's Press. Doug Martin illustrated the paperback release of The Cold Light of Mourning, the debut novel where we first meet Penny Brannigan, a Canadian manicurist living and working in North Wales who investigates the murder of a friend. The second novel, A Brush with Death, is the follow up novel in which Penny inherits a cottage and mystery in Llanelen, North Wales.
A Great Summer Read for Tweens
Just in time for the summer of the 2010 (Year of the Tiger), Anne Horst has illustrated the cover of Alison Lloyd's debut novel, Year of the Tiger, published by Holiday House. The story takes place during the Year of the Tiger in ancient China during the Han Dynasty. Two boys, Hu and Ren, develop a friendship across class divisions while practicing for an archery tournament- their skills and friendship aid them when their city is invaded by Barbarians.
Announcing Portfolio of New Works by John Webster
Check out John Webster's new playful work in Portfolio 2. Webster says "(it) really brings across a mass-marketing/cookie-cutter world I want to present".
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"My son's 'troubling'behaviours"- Thursday, May 6, 2010 Globe and Mail
Jillian Ditner has created a beautiful and quietly powerful image to accompany Rae Blackburn's story about her son, her own intuition and the attempts by various professionals to diagnose her son with a learning disability where none existed - just a different tempo to his development. For the full story, check out Facts and Arguments in Thursday, May 6, 2010 issue of the Globe and Mail. On the subject of "square pegs in a world of round holes" there is also an inspiring, funny talk on Ted - Sir Ken Robinson on the role of creativity in schools - it was posted back in 2006 and is still very relevant.
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Hi-Tech Gadgets for Mom and Dad
May 2010 "How-to Guide" by Owl Magazine
Just in time for the warm weather! Check out the May issue of Owl Magazine and follow Monika Melnychuk's funky "how-to" illustrations to learn how to cartwheel or make a grilled cheese sandwich over a campfire.
Tracy Walker for LiveWell Colorado's New Look
LiveWell Colorado's CEO presented the new materials featuring Tracy Walker's art at a recent meeting in Washington D.C. with Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" campaign team. For more fresh imagery related to locally grown food and healthy living, visit Tracy Walker's portfolio.
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Girl in the Know - new book illustrated by Monika Melnychuk
Illustrated by Monika Melnychuk written by Anne Katz, published by Kids Can Press
Monika's latest tween book for Kids Can Press, just released. Girl in the Know is a straight-talking little manual packed with everything a girl should know about the many changes she can expect in puberty. Girls will find advice on everything from sexuality, mood swings, crushes, health and much more! I wish there was a manual for menopause!
Elaine Black writes in the School Library Journal (May 1, 2010): " This well-done primer will help guide irls through the physical and emotional changes that come with growing up. Using straightforward language and a no-nonsense approach. Katz's text explains puberty in a relaxed tone. The comprehensive section on nutrition, or "fueling up" is particularly good. Melnychuk's wonderful multicultural illustrations stand out as well. They are beautifully global and strike a great balance between cartoon and realistic art. These renderings combined with Kat's reassuring tone make this basic guide one of the better additions to the genre."
Earth Day 2010 - Tracy Walker
Tracy Walker helps Earth Day Canada celebrate 20 years!Graphic Design, Brad Pearson, Earth Day http://www.earthday.ca/pub/