icy editorial

I made this image recently for Jay Judge, head of visuals at the Baltimore Sun. The article was about a new type of plastic surgery that freezes off those last few stubborn pounds. The procedure is recommended only for those who don't have tons of body fat to lose.

In other news: The image is so tall and thin, I tried to pair it with another similarly shaped illustration on my website. Twice. It didn't work, and my husband suggested adding a dress. What do you think? Click here to see, then come back and let me know.

Thanks!

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Chicago, Chicago!

I painted this skyline as a style sample waaaaaaay back in February, for a book I am finishing up right now for duopress.

Although the sample inspired the art for the book, it didn't make the final cut, because the composition of this particular spread changed as the manuscript developed. That's okay, though. If not for the change, I wouldn't be able to share this painting with you now. And the new spread, which will be published eventually, is super nice too.

Have Pentel Brush Pen, Will Travel

My husband Fred and I are traveling in gorgeous upstate New York. There are four big deadlines looming in my future, but it's okay! I packed my Pentel brush pen, a few pencils, and a stack of printer paper—everything I need to keep making line art for Duopress.

Today we swam in Lake George, which required courage (oh man, is that lake cold!), and stamina. We're used to the buoyant salty water off the Georgia coast. Lake swimming definitely requires more upper body strength than I possess, but it was wonderful exercise, and very refreshing.

Back in our sweet little room, I found some time to work. The beauty of this place is astounding. Inspirational! Makes me want to paint farmland and Holstein cows. Some day.

Happy Summer, everyone!

More Beauty, Less Beast

I illustrated this book cover several months ago; the book, published by Barbour, is now available. Ashley Schrock provided art direction.