In the lobby of a new school, on the walls of a large bank, and next in the showcase of a new library, 26 of my small illustrations are on public display. "EVERYONE READS" is the title of this small art show that features characters I've invented, all reading. The Viking is reading from Runes, the Vocalist is reading sheet music, the Doctor is reading a patient's chart. I enjoy the comments, especially from children, made about these whimsical characters and the accompanying prose that identifies each. But more significant than any of that is the pleasure and joy I had while drawing and creating these fun characters. I may, or may not, revise/edit the text(s) that go with each and then submit for a children's book. But before doing so, I plan to have these images transferred to fabric. My wife quilts wonderfully, and we've thought it might be fun to have a "Reading Quilt" from Papa and Nana for the grandkids.
Be Well. Do Good.
