RAR #242: An Art Gallery for the Lap, with Scott Gustafson
A picture book is an art gallery for the lap. \U0001f4da
That\u2019s something we say all the time here at Read-Aloud Revival, and today we\u2019re going to introduce you to one of our absolute favorite examples of this. \xa0
We're diving into the enchanting world of illustrated picture books with Scott Gustafson, the master illustrator behind the breathtaking illustrations in the beloved Classic Fairy Tales picture book.
Classic Fairy Tales is my all-time favorite illustrated collection of fairy tales, and it\u2019s one of our picks for the RAR Family Book Club, A Fairy Tale Summer.
Scott\u2019s breathtaking work has captivated the imagination of readers of all ages. He brings these stories to life in a way that is nothing short of magical.
And because audio alone could never do these gorgeous illustrations justice, we also recorded a video of our conversation, in which Scott shares many of his fabulous illustrations on-screen.\xa0
You can find the video along with the full show notes at readaloudrevival.com/242 or on the Read-Aloud Revival YouTube page.
In this episode, you\u2019ll hear:\xa0
- How Scott\u2019s use of light and color helps the reader journey through each painted scene
- Why Scott uses people, costumes, and objects as references in his paintings
- Scott\u2019s best advice for budding artists and illustrators
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Find the rest of the show notes at: readaloudrevival.com/art-gallery-for-the-lap
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