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Listen "Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations Ep. 5 with Katherine Roy"
Episode Synopsis
🎨 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Katherine Roy, the acclaimed creator of "Making More" and "Sea Without a Shore" with Barb Rosenstock! In this episode, Kirsten Larson interviews Katherine about her fascinating journey from RISD graduate to award-winning nonfiction author and illustrator.
Discover how a stint as a deckhand sparked Katherine's passion for marine biology, leading to her breakthrough book deal with Simon Boughton. Learn about her unique creative process, from messy sketches to stunning final illustrations, and get insider tips on:
The art of nonfiction storytelling
Balancing facts with visual appeal
Research techniques for illustrators
Working with authors and editors
Creating dynamic compositions
The importance of reference materials
#ChildrensBooks #Illustration #PictureBooks #Nonfiction #KidLit #Publishing #CreativeProcess #AuthorInterview #ArtEducation #ChildrensLiterature
Links:
Scott McCloud's UNDERSTANDING COMICS: https://bookshop.org/p/books/understanding-comics-the-invisible-art-scott-mccloud/228758?ean=9780060976255
Katherine's bookmaking process: https://www.instagram.com/reel/COyWwu0H4Xk/?hl=en
Follow Katherine:
Website: https://www.katherineroy.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherineroystudio/
Follow Kirsten:
Website: https://kirstenwlarson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstenwlarson/
To get the full transcript of this podcast, sign up for Kirsten's newsletter. It will be included with the next monthly mailing.
Sign up here: https://kirsten-w-larson.kit.com/8ca48d284c
Want to shape the conversation? Join my Reimagine Insiders paid community for an opportunity to ask future guests your questions. https://writers.kirstenwlarson.com/b/insiders
Learn more about my new class, "Crafting Your Nonfiction Picture Book: A step-by-step revision course," here. https://writers.kirstenwlarson.com/b/craftingclass
Discover how a stint as a deckhand sparked Katherine's passion for marine biology, leading to her breakthrough book deal with Simon Boughton. Learn about her unique creative process, from messy sketches to stunning final illustrations, and get insider tips on:
The art of nonfiction storytelling
Balancing facts with visual appeal
Research techniques for illustrators
Working with authors and editors
Creating dynamic compositions
The importance of reference materials
#ChildrensBooks #Illustration #PictureBooks #Nonfiction #KidLit #Publishing #CreativeProcess #AuthorInterview #ArtEducation #ChildrensLiterature
Links:
Scott McCloud's UNDERSTANDING COMICS: https://bookshop.org/p/books/understanding-comics-the-invisible-art-scott-mccloud/228758?ean=9780060976255
Katherine's bookmaking process: https://www.instagram.com/reel/COyWwu0H4Xk/?hl=en
Follow Katherine:
Website: https://www.katherineroy.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherineroystudio/
Follow Kirsten:
Website: https://kirstenwlarson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstenwlarson/
To get the full transcript of this podcast, sign up for Kirsten's newsletter. It will be included with the next monthly mailing.
Sign up here: https://kirsten-w-larson.kit.com/8ca48d284c
Want to shape the conversation? Join my Reimagine Insiders paid community for an opportunity to ask future guests your questions. https://writers.kirstenwlarson.com/b/insiders
Learn more about my new class, "Crafting Your Nonfiction Picture Book: A step-by-step revision course," here. https://writers.kirstenwlarson.com/b/craftingclass
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