View The Organisation - UK and USA's Latest Blog Articles http://www.childrensillustrators.com/  Presents through the door! Wonderful new little books from our talented Alison Jay. Published by Penguin in the US, 'If Kisses were Colours' has been reprinted in a smaller format.  Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:42:51 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1786/If-Kisses-Were-Colours/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1786/If-Kisses-Were-Colours/  We are pleased to see our friends at Faber & Faber publishing have used the wonderful work of Ella Okstad to adorn the walls of their inspiring new stand at the Bologna book fair 2013. Her fresh, delightful style has always been a favourite in the children's market, and we hope she will gain a whole new legion of fans. Check out the photo here, with Ella's lovely depiction of a girl and her fluffy cat Squishy running along the bottom of the wall. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 06:44:38 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1785/Ella-Okstad-showcased-at-Bologna-book-fair-2013/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1785/Ella-Okstad-showcased-at-Bologna-book-fair-2013/  Check out this wonderful new jigsaw puzzle from Crocodile Creek, illustrated by the talented Richard Johnson, with a charming circus theme. Kids will love trying to piece this stunning artwork together to reveal the beautiful scene Richard has painted in his typically brilliant way.   Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:14:44 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1780/Circus-Big-Top/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1780/Circus-Big-Top/  We are proud to announce the launch of the first edition of 'Imagine', our brand new ebook with an enviable collection of our artists' work. With interviews and drawings offering an revealing insight into their working practice, each page is packed full of their inspirational creations, as we learn what make them tick as artists working in today's vibrant industry. This wonderful volume is available now to download from our website, so don't delay, visit us today  and discover our  artists' beautiful art for yourself! Click on the link to get downloading!  http://www.organisart.co.uk/eBook.html Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:44:08 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1760/NEW-FREE-EBOOK/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1760/NEW-FREE-EBOOK/ HOW MANY DONKEYS?: AN ARABIC COUNTING TALE has won the Sharjah World Book Fair Children’s Book Award for 2010 How Many Donkey's an Arabic Counting Tail has also won the Middle Eastern Book Award for best Picture Book Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:52:19 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=163/How-Many-Donkeys-An-Arabic-Counting-Tale/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=163/How-Many-Donkeys-An-Arabic-Counting-Tale/ Personal project Wed, 15 Feb 2012 03:40:58 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1209/Morozko-russian-fairy-tale/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1209/Morozko-russian-fairy-tale/ I was recently commissioned to do a series of illustrations for a fully interactive and animated electronic app. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 03:22:57 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1095/The-Fox-and-The-Crow/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=1095/The-Fox-and-The-Crow/ I have illustrated an adapted version of Sleeping Beauty as part of the client's Bedtime Stories Collection app.   Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:16:50 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=876/Sleeping-Beauty/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=876/Sleeping-Beauty/  Fantastic news for children's illustrator Carol Liddiment whose wonderful art for the book 'How Many Donkeys? An Arabic Counting Tale' has won the 2010 Middle East Book Award for best picture book! Congratulations to her and the authors Margaret Read McDonald and Nadia Jameel Taibah. Here's a little more info of the award: Established in 1999, the Middle East Book Award recognizes quality books for children and young adults that contribute meaningfully to an understanding of the Middle East and its component societies and cultures. Books are judged on the authenticity of their portrayal of a Middle Eastern subject, as well as on their characterization, plot, and appeal for the intended audience. Wed, 04 May 2011 06:46:21 -0400 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=788/Carol-Liddiment-wins-another-award/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=788/Carol-Liddiment-wins-another-award/  Fabulous children's illustrator Maria Maddockss has recently completed a set of flash cards for children who are taking their first steps in learning Spanish. Maria's wonderful cut out paper style in vivid colours always goes down well, and this will surely make learning super fun. It even has a puzzle on the reverse! Be sure to check out more of her work on our website by clicking on her name. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 07:08:39 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=693/Learn-Spanish-with-Maria-Maddocks/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=693/Learn-Spanish-with-Maria-Maddocks/  A big welcome to Steve Horrocks who his our latest signing! Originally from Merseyside, Steve moved to California with his wife in 1995 to work for a major feature animation studio and over the years has still pursued his passion for creating and illustrating on a personal level. Following great success in comics and animation, he has just finished his first childrens book and we think, with his beautiful drawings, that this is the beginning of a wonderful future in the children's market. Steve works digitally but likes to keep a traditional feel to his work. Fri, 04 Feb 2011 07:46:49 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=204/NEW-ARTIST-STEVE-HORROCKS/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=204/NEW-ARTIST-STEVE-HORROCKS/ Richard Johnson has recently been working hard on a fantastic new version of Alice in Wonderland. This timeless classic by Lewis Carroll, has been given a revamp with Richard's trademark style and rich colour, and is beautifully realised in 3D with it's glorious pop up pages. Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:15:58 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=192/Alice-in-Wonderland/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=192/Alice-in-Wonderland/  Amazing illustrator Carlos Araujo has recently been featured in Communication Arts online 'fresh' section, celebrating the best contemporary artists working today. With his unique style and quirky take on the World, Carlos shines. Check out the article here to view his wonderful work and to hear what he has to say about his career:   http://www.commarts.com/fresh/carlos-araujo.html Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:15:33 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=193/Carlos-Araujo/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=193/Carlos-Araujo/  A warm welcome to our newest signing Nino Maljevic! Serbian artist Nino is both illustrator and animator, and after studying in Belgrade and Florence, Italy, he has continued to work in the industry ever since. His sharp graphics combine with a real sense of fun, giving him wide appeal in the children's market. Nino has illustrated several children's books and magazines, and we think there'll be many more to come! Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:15:04 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=194/New-Artist/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=194/New-Artist/  Wonderful children's illustrator, Alison Jay, has recently had some of her popular books made into a beautiful 'Nursery Collection' of 'My First Board Books' for Templar publishing. Exquisitely housed in a lovely box, the books are 'Alphabet', 'Words', 'Counting' and 'Colour' and are the perfect set for teaching the little ones' basic words in a lavishly illustrated way. Thu, 13 Jan 2011 07:20:37 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=195/Alison-Jay-Collection/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=195/Alison-Jay-Collection/ David Whittle works with South Eastern Railways With the dawn of Oyster card travel on London's over ground network, illustrator David Whittle has been busy working on a big advertising campaign for South Eastern trains. His wonderful artwork will grace key poster sites at railway stations across the network. The artwork is also used in direct mail, press, on buses, underground sites, and online, with his quirky characters being used for an animation on the South Eastern Railway home page. Be sure to check out his illustrations on your travels this February and March! Mon, 01 Mar 2010 06:39:48 -0500 http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=39/South-Easten-Railway-Metro-Travel/ http://www.childrensillustrators.com/agency/The Organisation - UK and USA/id=1056/blog/post=39/South-Easten-Railway-Metro-Travel/