Friday, April 9, 2010

Four Leaf Clover

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My daughter found a four leaf clover yesterday, and I got the email I have been waiting for from my publisher. Windward Publishing is taking on "Through Desert Eyes."
I ran out into my cul-du-sac to hug my kids and tell them my news. I'm not sure they get the significance, but they humored me with hugs.
So, my next step is to finish up my sketches and send them along to Windward. Once we make sure the text and images work together, then I'll jump into the paintings.
I think what is different between this next book and my first is that I'm really letting the power of the words inspire my art. My first book was a combination: sometimes it was the painting that inspired the words; sometimes it was the words and the art followed.
My technique and process changed a lot through the course of my first book. My dots got smaller, I included more detail, and I got better at really seeing the animal I was painting. I am so excited to see how my artwork changes for this next process.
I am so excited to work with Windward Publishing again! It is a glorious time to have a focused project.

2 comments:

Angela said...

Wow, congrats! Hugs all around at our next meeting, and we'll know how significant it is!

RAD - Dot Painter said...

Thank you so much Angelica! I love having a focus. Yet, I am still constantly thinking about Renna. :) All will be balanced!