While I like to draw, since I'm a quilter, I mostly design in my head, from a photo, with EQ software and sometimes paper and pencil, I haven't yet caught on to the habit of doodling or coloring, except when I have a new quilt motif I want to set in my brain. However, I do know that youngsters (and adults, too) love doing this these days, so I took Doodletopia Fairies (Draw, Design, and color Your Own Super-Magical and Beautiful Fairies by Christopher Hart to my volunteer position at our Parish school library.
As you can see the girls (3rd - 5th grades) who came in at lunch were enthusiastic about it:
I love the difference in each of these. The eyes and lips are so expressive as well as the ears. This would be a fun interactive book to give as a gift for those who like to doodle (ages 8 and up). This well known author includes illustration tips with drawing, designing, coloring, and crafting activities.
Received this book (published by Watson-Guptill Publications) from Blogging for Books for this review. A great book to have on hand when the granddaughter comes over.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
All Comes to A Halt
Sighhhh.... While I was quilting I ran my finger, somehow, under the needle. Went right through my left index fingernail right through to...
-
Yesterday was a tad difficult. Not only did I have the fun of having both boys here, but my TMJ and allergies were acting up, it got to...
-
First off, I want to thank all my followers and readers for helping me get to here on Blogland. I so am so grateful for your advice, pra...
What fun!
ReplyDeleteSo fun to see the different versions!
ReplyDeleteIt is fun to see all the different versions. I am trying to break out of my comfort zone and have more confidence in my drawing skills. Sounds like a great book to get me started!
ReplyDelete