Happy 4th of July

Here is a coloring page to commemorate our nation's independence. Have a happy and safe fourth of July. (Please, don't burn up my town or home.)

I'm looking forward to teaching my little Mary a little bit about the Declaration of Independence and the flag today.

The World. Coloring page.

This is a drawing I did a while back.

I had always wanted to do illustrated maps (for fun.) I loved making these (bellow is another map.) Whenever I see a color picture or technique I always want to try it. Even if its way different than my usual stuff.

 

Have fun coloring!

Vikings!

I love getting jobs. It gives me kind of an electric boost. I've had two the past coupe of weeks. The thing with getting jobs is that I don't take time to do personal things. (You should see my laundry.) So I haven't written on my story for two weeks. I haven't updated this blog either. I haven't even activated my new phone that I got in the mail.

Here is a coloring page for those who are anticipating another one. (I know there are hundreds just waiting for this.) It was the preliminary sketch for one of the jobs. I had a blast coloring this I hope you do, too.

Intorducing-Zuzu

Sorry, about the long break between posts. I don't have a really good excuse, just sorta bad excuses. You know; cleaning house, yard work, working on a job, wanting to make the next picture really cool. The list could go on and on.

Here is a character from a story I'm working on (she's a super hero). Her name is Zuzu. This is a younger version of her. In the story she's around twelve. I'd love to hear from you. What are the stories that come to your mind when you see this picture? What are your guesses to her powers? (Btw, there are no clues as to what they are in the picture, so let your mind go crazy.)

Enjoy this weeks coloring page.

click on the picture to enlarge to print.

Children's Book Week

Last week was Children's Book Week. The Provo Library hosts some great activities and panel discussions. Tuesday night authors Kristyn Crow, Jessica Day George, Tess Hilmo,
E.J. Patten, and Rick Walton lead a panel discussion. They answered questions about their favorite books, where they write, where they get inspiration. Loads of fun. Afterward they signed books.

So, I love mid grade fantasy. I could safely say its my favorite genre. Those of you out there that share this passion should read E. J. Pattern's Return to Exile.  In fact go buy it right now.  

Thursday's panel consisted of illustrators Guy Francis, Nathan Hale, Julie Olson, Jake Parker, and Will Terry. I'm always so inspired by my fellow illustrators. Its fun to hear what they're working on.

You should take a look at Jake Parker's Kickstarter project. Its awesome. Today is the last day to back his project (In case anyone is interested.) 

Finally, the moment you've all been waiting for... A brand new coloring page! This time its "Little Red Riding Hood." Have Fun! 

 

Coloring Page 2, Goldylocks

Here is coloring page number two. I've had a busy day so I'm finally getting around to posting this Page.
(P.S. I just heard my three year old playing by herself. She said, "You killed my father." "No! I'm your father." That's my girl.)

Coloring Page 1

Starting today I will post a coloring page each week every Tuesday or Wednesday. It is free and I hope your kids will enjoy it.

click the page and print. Color away.

The first coloring page are some zombie ballerinas. Enjoy!