But, part of what I am doing involves have a critique of my (non-existant) portfolio. I don't think cobbling together little sketches will make for a great portfolio. So I am trying to beef it up (past two pages!) and have something that can be meaningfully critiqued.
To that end, I am working on one or two sketches for a few stories. I'm starting with Peter and the Wolf. I always loved that story and music, the first time I heard it was at the Children's Symphony at the Brooklyn Academy of Music conducted by none other than Leonard Bernstein. And he explained to so beautifully to the kids, I just adored it and him. So I decided to start there.
I'll add some Water Lily Girl pics, and "Dad and his Pizza" and some other stuff. I don't know what to expect, so I'll just bring what I can.
Pencil sketches below. I plan to show the sketches and some finished work from each series. (oohh, I just noticed how small the head is in the first shot, gotta go work on that)
(I really think I need a new scanner )
If anyone has any experience with this type of conference or critique - let me know!
Thanks for stopping by and Happy New Year to all!!!
8 comments:
What fun this will be. Love the kitty and the bird sketch. When is all this going to take place?
Brava Mim! I think attending this conference will give you the courage to go forward! Your Art IS different and will ultimately stand out and say *Publish Me*!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Good for you, Mim. I was considering going to this conference but it probably won't work out for my schedule. I have heard that it's good to practice your elevator pitch if you plan to meet with agents and/or editors about your work - sounds like a sort of speed dating session where you go from person to person pitching your work and they give you 3-5 minutes per person.
Either way, good luck and will look forward to hearing how it goes!
I think Ms Em should be in your portfolio. She is the best. She deserves a book of her own. I am sure she could deal with children as well as adults.
P.S. Good luck at the conference. I hope you get lots of inspiration and advise.
A good way to start the year. Happy New Year to you too.
When is this? Can we break bread before you go to ny and I go to Florida?
Plus, I heard Emily rabbit wants to talk to you
love
kj
It will be a great experience. I agree with Lisa....ms em should be a part of your portfolio.
Best of luck.
No experience, all I know is that you are going to be amazed- not only at the talent out there- but the talent you yourself have too. If they saw your Chanukah drawings, they would all faint! Have a wonderful time, can't wait to hear all about it. xx
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