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She/Her - Why did you create this work?
I created this book as a personal project. The book introduces responsibilities of pet ownership while playfully intertwining with the concept of impermanence of happiness. Through the missing pet’s name (Happiness) a message is delivered: happiness cannot be forced and that its delicate essence thrives when given space and when left alone and not incessantly sought after it finds its way back. - How were your illustrations used?
The illustrations are part of a dummy picture book for potential publishers and used in a personal portfolio. - What materials and techniques did you use?
Traditional drawing, digital drawing. - Was this project commissioned?
Un-commissioned - College / University
Cambridge School of Art - Personal Website or Portfolio Link
petroneladostalova.co.uk - Instagram
petroneladostalova - Biography
Petronela was born in the former Czechoslovakia. When she was 18 Petronela decided to live and study in Suffolk, UK where she received her arts degree. Soon after graduation she decided to enrol in the MA Children’s Book Illustration course at the Cambridge School of Art. She worked mainly in the children’s books sector but have done work for television in the past. - Where are you currently based?
United Kingdom (UK)
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