Illustration Friday “Underwater”
SCBWI LA 2013
This year I had the amazing opportunity to attend the SCBWI LA 2013 conference. It was an unbelievable lineup of non-stop stars and professionals I admire. I learned so much listening to David Wiesner, Tom Lichtenheld, Kirby Larson, Jarrett Krosoczka, Guiseppe Castellano, Richard Peck and so many, many more! It’s so much fun rubbing shoulders with your hero’s and learning about their struggles, successes and advice. I cant thank Steve Moser and Lynn Oliver enough for all that they have done!
While there I even had the opportunity to sell and sign copies of The Shopkeepers Bear…
And we had fun attending a fabulous Black and White Gala. My friend and wonderful crit partner Lynn Alpert and I decided to go wild and use our illustration skills on our faces with a combination of makeup and face paint. After all, what other kind of party can you attend where painting your face with a giant peacock is considered totally normal?
3×3 Entry
This spring the amazing illustration magazine 3×3 (www.3x3mag.com) opened its doors for entries to their contest to be included in the magazine. It is such an inspirational magazine that I jumped at the chance to be a part of it. So I worked my fingers to the bone and sent off an entry. I have yet to find out if I made it in or not but I thought you all might like to share in my creation while I wait for news!
Speaking with SCBWI
This past weekend I had the opportunity to speak at a regional SCBWI event. I had such a great time sharing my experience with other members and getting to know my fellow writers and illustrators better. I wanted to share with everyone a blog post by one of our regional advisors about the event. Sue is amazing and I can’t wait to spend more time with her this year!
http://childishnonsense.wordpress.com/2013/04/26/bear-style-picture-book/
SCBWI – The Secret Life of Illustrators
SCBWI – ABC Free Event
The Secret Life of Illustrators
Featuring Illustrator Rebecca Evans
Rebecca will use her newest book to demonstrate the creation and evolution of a picture book from the illustrator’s perspective. Revealing all the illustrators secrets of what we do, how we do it, and how we work with the publishers and authors.
Saturday, April 20th 3:00-5:00
The Red Canoe Bookstore, Baltimore, 4337 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21214
http://www.redcanoe.bz
Don’t miss this wonderful FREE event with book sales and an autograph session!
Merry Christmas
Christmas is not a time or a season but a state of mind. To cherish peace and good will, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas. If we think on these things, there will be born in us a Savior and over us will shine a star sending its gleam of hope to the world.” ~ Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933), American president. Presidential message (December 25, 1927).
God gave His greatest gift to us on that f irst Christmas Day.
We wish you a Christmas filled with the wonder of the birth of Christ, the warmth of the Holiday spirit and the love of family and friends.
Rebecca Evans
The Shopkeeper’s Bear Book Release
I’m so excited to officially announce the release of “The Shopkeeper’s Bear” written by Janie DeVos and illustrated by Rebecca Evans (yours truly)! It is an adorable story, and if I do say so myself… beautiful illustrations 🙂 I couldn’t wait to share it with you all. You can purchase the book on Amazon.
Check out our official Press Release:
Little Giggles Press is pleased to announce their newest release just in time for the holidays, The Shopkeeper’s Bear. Written by seasoned children’s book author, Janie DeVos, and richly illustrated by Rebecca Evans, The Shopkeeper’s Bear has the makings of becoming a true classic. The fun begins when a far-sighted shopkeeper mistakes a bear for a woman “wrapped up in a fur” and hires her as his new assistant. Business increases, but once the shopkeeper realizes that his assistant is a bear, will her smart running of the place be enough to keep her employed there? Perhaps not. But maybe something far more important will. Written in DeVos’ signature style of rhyme, this gentle tale of love, acceptance and tolerance is sure to touch the hearts of both young and old alike. The book is available through numerous bookstores, and online stores such as Amazon. It is also available directly through Little Giggles Press, at www.littlegigglespress.com; as well as the author’s website at www.janiedevos.com, and the illustrator’s website at www.rebeccaevans.net. The book is age appropriate for 4 – 7.
Happy Reading!
Exciting News!
Hello Everyone, I know I’ve been a little quiet lately but as you can see I’ve been busy creating a new and awesome site for you all to visit! I hope you like the way it turned out as much as I do. I’ve also been hard at work on my new books. Yes, you hear me correctly… BOOKS! Right now I can’t share the details, but I’ve begun work on some very new and VERY exciting projects with a new client. Unfortunately you will all have to hold your breath and wait for the juicy details later because it’s all still top secret for right now. But, keep your eyes and ears on my blog and in a few months you’ll be excited as I am!
Meet the Hero
Hot off the presses with “The Shopkeeper’s Bear” I’ve already begun work on my newest book with author Janie DeVos! I’m very excited about this one because I truly believe the message of this book is beautiful and I think it will be amazing when it’s finally finished. I don’t want to give away too many details YET… but I thought you all might like to meet my new little adorable hero…
Having fun with SCBWI
This weekend I attended my regional SCBWI (MD/DE/WV) summer conference: “Creating Sparks: Kindle the Fire of Imagination” and I had an amazing time! I heard some wonderful presentations by the bubbly and funny editor Mary Kate Castellani and Rotem Moscovich who was so sweet and kind. I had the opportunity to me Agent Quinlan Lee and had fun laughing with her about how we both felt like giggly schoolgirls when we shook hands with literary rockstars like Richard Peck or Deborah Wiles. I also took a fantastic workshop with Illustrator/Amazingly talented jack-of-all-trades Jamie Zollars about collage and mixed media. It was so much fun to just be able to play with different techniques and mediums that I don’t usually use in my own studio. And we were all amazed by her hauntingly beautiful work and her willingness to share her experience with us. I had so much fun playing with collage that I’m considering incorporating some new ideas into my upcoming books. And even though I only had a short window of time I really liked the way my little experimental project turned out.
I love the SCBWI because I get to rub elbows with such amazing and talented people in the world of Children’s Literature and Art, and they are always so friendly and honest and love to share their experiences to help other’s in their journey. Thank you to everyone who taught, coordinated, presented, or participated in this past weekend’s conference. I walked away with a brain full of information, a notebook bursting with ideas and hands itching to get back to my paintbrushes.