| Description |
271 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 27 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page [264]) and index. |
| Note |
"Paperback edition, first printing 1997." |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Part 1. Telling the story: Picture sequence ; The story: a complete action ; Story content ; Picture book characteristics. -- Part 2. Planning the book: Storyboard and book dummy ; Size, scale, and shape ; The structure of a printed book. -- Part 3. Creating the pictures: The purpose of illustration ; Drawing figures and objects ; Visual references ; Picture space and composition ; Principles of technique ; Style. -- Part 4. Preparing for reproduction: Printing basics ; Color presentation ; Techniques for reproduction. -- Envoi -- App.: Finding a publisher. |
| Subject |
Picture books for children -- Authorship.
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| Indexed Term |
Children's picture books Composition - Manuals |
| Added Title |
How to write and illustrate children's books |
| ISBN |
0823059359 paperback $29.95 |
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