Monday, May 16, 2011
Kevin Henkes: Illustrator
Kevin Henkes is the author of a series of mouse books which includes the characters Lilly, Chester, Chrysanthemum, Owen, Sheila Rae, Wendell, Sophie, and Wemberly. He always remembers wanting to be an artist, and he became an illustrator at age nineteen. I thought it was funny that he still lived at home with his parents, and he worked from his bedroom...HAHA! I also found it interesting that he writes the book first, and then illustrates. I am looking forward to reading more of his books and learning more about him this week!!
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My illustrator, Paul Zelinsky, also illustrates after the story is finished. He said the story lets him know what his illustrations should look like. I have read Chrysanthemum, and the illustrations were vibrant and fun! I enjoyed the book very much.
ReplyDeleteI love the way Kevin henkes displays so much emotion through his illustrations. I also find it interesting that he writes the story first and then illustrates. His picture books are wonderful for young children!
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