Amelia has finally made her grand entrance, and the response has been absolutely fantastic. As a children's picture book author who relies on the collaboration of talented illustrators, finding the perfect artist to bring my stories to life can be quite challenging. After all, illustrations play a crucial role in conveying 50% of the story in children's books, and it's essential for the illustrator to not only understand the narrative but also effectively communicate what the text may leave unsaid through their artwork.
With the vast array of illustration styles available, each capable of conveying its own subtle messages, it was crucial for me to find an illustrator whose work aligned with the vibrant and fun tone I envisioned for my book, "Amelia's Loose Part Art."
When I discovered the illustrations of Dileema Medonza, I immediately felt a deep connection to her artistic style. Her samples were filled with bright and colorful imagery, featuring adorable characters with incredible hair. Upon meeting with her to discuss my vision for the book and its protagonist, Dileema presented her interpretation of Amelia. It was love at first sight—I knew she had captured Amelia's essence perfectly.
I thoroughly enjoyed sharing the revelation of Amelia with my subscribers and followers via social media. And now, the next highly anticipated event is the unveiling of the cover art. I've decided to share this special moment in the same manner: subscribers to my free email list will receive the cover art as soon as it becomes available, ensuring they are the first to witness its beauty. For everyone else, I will be revealing the cover art piece by piece every day on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Make sure to sign up to 'be in the know' immediately, so you don't miss out on being among the first to know everything about "Amelia's Loose Part Art" and be invited to participate in exclusive opportunities along the way.
Feel free to let me know what your first impression of Amelia is, and anything you'd like to know about her in the comments below.
She is delightful! I love the style.
Absolutely love it. Amelia looks awesome! Can't wait to see more!
Amelia looks absolutely beautiful. I'm enjoying this journey, thank you for including us on this journey with you. I look forward to seeing the cover art.