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ProfessionalWhy did you make this work:
The inspiration for this work started while studying for my Master‘s degree in Children’s Book Illustration. At the time, I was exploring the power of non-fiction in children’s literature, particularly picture book biographies. It was during this period that JT Williams introduced me to the captivating life story of Ignatius Sancho.
What materials and techniques did you use?:
I used gouache paintings and a binder mixed with natural pigments, such as those found in British soil, like the rich earthy brown collected in Rotherhithe, South London, and the bright yellow from near Hampstead Heath. Fine-tuning details in Procreate, I color-corrected and laid out the illustrations using Photoshop.
How were your illustrations used: The publisher commissioned the illustrations, ranging from double-page spreads to spot illustrations. In my research spanning four centuries, I delved into various aspects including architecture, fashion, textiles, ceramics, and more, from the Tudor era to contemporary London, ensuring comprehensive historical depth.
Commissioner Name :
Anna Ridley - commission editor
Commissioner Company :
Thames&Hudson
Commissioned for:
book publishing
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illustration.angelavives.co.uk
College:
Anglia Ruskin Cambridge School of Art
Currently Based:
United Kingdom (UK)
Biography:
I am a Colombian artist and former video editor with a Master's in children's book illustration from the Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge School of Art. My work has been Highly Commended for The Macmillan Prize of Illustration and the Faber&Faber FAB Prize among many others. Bright Stars of Black British History has been shortlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize of illustration 2024.