Students it's a perfect time to update your reading lists as the Twelve Quays Campus library has added a selection of new Illustration reference books.
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| The Encyclopedia of writing and Illustrating Children's Books - Library code 741.6 |
'Writing and illustrating children's books is about more than simply adding pictures to text.'
Spread across six huge chapters this book will introduced you to the procedure behind creating a children's book such as coming up with the ideas to finding your target market. You’ll learn to develop not just your story ideas but also helpful information on improving you techniques.
With the degree show quickly approaching, check out Chapter 5: Media and Techniques – Part 49: making a Dummy book’ for a fantastic idea for a way of displaying your work.
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| Little big books Library code 741.6 |
Wanting some illustrative research? look no further! This book is fantastic for visual inspiration, full to the brim with a wonderful collection of work and interesting interviews and articles from children book illustrators.
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| The Fundamentals of Illustration 2nd Edition - Library code 741.6 |
Bloomsburys fundamental title is a broad introduction to the key elements of illustration with a step-by-step guide through creating the key design, print and the production process.
Check out Chapter three: From outcomes to outlets to view a wide selection of examples of where to take you illustrations be it editorial pieces, book publishing or fashion illustration.
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| Writing and Illustrating the Graphic Novel- Library code 741.5 |
Wanting to create you own graphic novel? This book is a great place to start, it covers all of the elements of comic production from the story telling, drawing, inking and more. It's full of examples to help you along the way as well as great tips for getting your work published.
From amazon: Topics include: how to create characters and plot lines; including drama and suspense, complete understanding of grids and layouts, panel captions, speech, lettering, panel transitions and viewing angles. It also covers all the essentials of drawing from figures, backgrounds and perspectives to inking, colouring and digital rendering
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| How To Be An Illustrator - Library code 741.6 |
A practical guide to aspiring illustrators this book walks through all areas of freelance Illustration such as creating a portfolio, preparing for meetings, self-promotion and more. packed full of great tips for staring you career.
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| Illustrating Children's Books - Library code 741.6 |
An excellent book with essential advice for aspiring Illustrators wanting to break into the children's book industry. This book explains how to tackle different genres, looks at the different techniques and skills you will need and gives guidance on building your portfolio.
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| The picture book maker - Library code 741.6 |
This hands-on guide to writing and illustrating picture books for children is full of useful tutorials and advice. It presents an up-to-date look at the process of creating a picture book and an essential read for student looking to go into that line of work.
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| Understanding illustration - Library code 741.6 |
Understanding Illustration focuses on the broad range of illustration work of 37 artists and has in-depth look at the power of illustration and how each artist communicates their messages through their images. As well as being full of gorgeous artwork it also offers insight into how you might tackle briefs from clients. It’s a great recommendation for those looking to study contemporary artist and improve their illustrator's techniques and styles.
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| 2015 Artist's & Graphic Designer's Market - Library code 707 BOS |
Working as a freelance Illustrator it is essential to have the latest information and this book is here to help! Pick this up for a useful reference guide for the aspiring illustrators and graphic designers who want to establish or expand their career. It has a complete up-to-date contact information for over 1000 art resources such as galleries, magazines, book publishers and more.
