Jasmine's Got Talent book tour! |
Jasmine's Got Talent and the rest of the Jasmine's Dreams books are all available on Amazon!
About Jasmine's Got Talent: A miniature schnauzer has a dreamy adventure and dreams she's in a talent contest.
Maria Rochelle, do you mind if I ask you and Jo a few random just for fun questions? :)
~What was your first job?
My first job was at Chick-fil-A as a
cashier, and I also worked in food prep. I had a great time working
there my senior year in high school.
~My first job was a waitress and cashier too- be kind to the food industry workers, you never know what they might accomplish in a few years!
~What is your favorite movie?
Just one....I like so many.
Braveheart and Pretty In Pink are two of my favorites.
~Hmm I've never seen 'Pretty In Pink' but 'Braveheart' was awesome!
~Who designed the cover and illustrated the book?
Jo Linsdell designed the cover and illustrated all my books. She has been wonderful to work with.
~ Jo is awesome! I've been friends with her for quite a few years- its been awesome watching her illustrating talent grow!
Illustrator
Jo Linsdell,
~What was the hardest part of
working on this series?
Some of the animals were easy to do
but with others it wasn't as simple and straight forward. A lot
depends on the photo I have to work with. Then there's the simple
fact that not all animals are easy to transform into the style used
in the series. Certain breeds are easy to identify from the strong
characteristics they have. When the animal is mixed breed and has
lots of markings it gets more complicated. Those with lots of
markings for example are hard to simplify whilst still putting in the
details that make them who they are. I then need to add accessories to them to put them "in character". The end product needs
to be clutter-free in keeping with the style used. Like I said, not
always an easy task ;)
~I always love hearing about everyone's different processes. I absolutely adore your illustrations- even at the pencil sketch phase! Have you ever thought about doing a more realistic story book, sorta like your first round photo like sketches?
~What is your favorite color?
Blue
~NO WAY! Mine too! I like dark blue... well that and fuchsia... I think I have a tie...
~Who is your favorite artist?
Tough
question. I love so many of them. Salvador Dali is definitely one of
my favorites. I remember when they did an exhibition of his art here
in Rome. I went twice and spent hours in there each time. I love how
creative and imaginative he was. Eccentric and attention grabbing
both in his art and in life. As well as the surrealist work he is
most famous for, he was also a very good sculpture, and photographer.
~Oh cool! My personal favorite is Vincent Van Gogh- I ADORE his 'Starry Night'. On the rest of his paintings I love how he uses streaks of color and blends them all together to create the picture! Of course after seeing him 'come to life' in Doctor Who... that was the best!
~Where can people find out more
about working with you?
At my website
http://www.jolinsdell.com/.
On site they can find information on my "work with me"
page, read testimonials from people I've worked with, see examples of
my work, and find out more about the projects I'm involved with.
~Awesome ladies! You two are major inspirations! Maria I am so honored to get a chance to meet you; and Jo- you are always welcome on my blog! I really enjoyed the inside look into how your illustration projects come together in last week's blog. Keep on inspiring the next generation to reach for the stars ladies!
If anyone has any questions for Jo or Maria, I've been told they may just stop by ;) So ask away!
Thanks Virginia. This was fun!
ReplyDeleteI'm actually working on a "more realistic" styled picture story book at the moment. I love experimenting with different styles and techniques.
I went to the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam years ago. Truly awesome!
P.S. I loved that episode of Doctor Who too ;)
Oh Awesome! I can't wait to see it!
DeleteI would SO love to go! I've heard that paintings look so much better in person than they do in printings- I would love to see that!
(Doctor who rocks! lol)
Thank you Virginia!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome! Any time! Your books are super cute!
DeleteYou should definitely watch Pretty In Pink! I agree always be nice to those who work in food industry especially the waitresses and cooks.
ReplyDeleteCool! I'll check it out! :)
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