Last month, I received an email, out-of-the-blue, from the amazing Ann Kullberg. (If you are into colored pencil art, then you're no doubt familiar with Ann. She has a fabulous website devoted to colored pencil art, has published a number of books, and even publishes CP Magazine.) Ann was emailing to ask if she could use my delphinium drawing in the April issue of her magazine, which would feature botanical art! I was thrilled, of course, but quite humbled. Would my little drawing, created to illustrate "gesture" for Illustration Friday, hold its own among pieces by well-known artists? Well, I've just downloaded the digital version of the issue, and I'm happy that Ann chose this piece—it's not your "textbook" photo-realistic botanical art, so I think it helps to illustrate the range of styles in botanical drawings.
So, check out the April issue of CP Magazine—it features the amazing Ann Swan (my idol), a fascinating step-by-step by the talented Susan Jones (her work is exquisite) and includes one of my all-time favorite botanical pieces, that astounding Savoy cabbage drawn by Janie Pirie. Thank you so much for including my little bouquet, Ann!!
That's so cool! I'm excited for you! Yes, of course your artwork can hold it's own against any artwork anywhere! NEver doubt that for an instant. Your work is exquisite!
ReplyDeleteThanks for that very generous thought, Katherine
DeleteHow fun! I would have assumed you get requests like this all the time. I just love the artist network. My world expands each time I meet a new artist online. I don't use colored pencils, but CP sounds like a great magazine. I'm thrilled for you.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more about the artist network; I love my blog buddies. Thanks so much, Debbie!
DeleteFantastic news! Congratulations! I love this piece.
ReplyDeleteYes, this is a truly beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteYes, this is a truly beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteYes, I have heard of Anne Kullberg. My sister-in-law is a cp enthusiast. I am not surprised at all why you would be featured. Your illustrations are one of the bests if not the best. I read about your post on Google images. I did not know that. Funny how the images compare.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Well deserved too. Your delphinium drawing is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHey Sarah, oh you shouldn't be surprised! Your work is wonderful - it glows with talent. Congrats - you deserve it!
ReplyDeleteWoohoo! Congratulations! This illo is LOVELY and you ARE in the same league as your idols. Congrats too on your magnolia!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! This is a lovely picture, and so deserving of the reward.
ReplyDeleteThe Botanical issue of CP Magazine is gorgeous, and your art adds loads to the beauty. Congrats! You have a wonderful sense of design. I think you should publish a calendar of your images. I'll tell you more about it sometime.....
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Sarah
ReplyDeleteCongrats again... so much has happened since my last visit.Well done Sarah you deserve it as your illustrations are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHI Sarah! I don't know how I missed this one! I must have been in the throes of negotiating my book deal (I think I was in NY). Anyway--CONGRATULATIONS! You and your work so deserve the attention! Yay!
ReplyDeleteJust saw this, Sarah. What a lovely write up. Made me smile!
ReplyDeleteYou're right...your "little drawing" has loads of style and personality, and it didn't just "fit in" to the issue...it added a new dimension. Thanks again for sharing!
-Ann Kullberg