bubble pirates golden book

I'm so happy to share the cover for the Little Golden Book I'm currently illustrating! (Random House is in charge of the title in case you're wondering why it's missing) This will be the third Golden Book I've illustrated for Nickelodeon's Bubble Guppies. These have been so much fun to work on! This one is titled "Bubble Pirates" and is now available for pre-order on amazon.com. 

As always, big thanks to Random House and the awesome creatives at Nickelodeon for the opportunity to work on these! 

penny lane

(Penny Lane, Gouache) 

Here's my painting for "All Together Now: A Tribute to the Beatles" at Gallery Nucleus. I was so thrilled when I was asked to participate. I didn't have much time to work on this piece, but since I am a HUGE Beatles fan, I squeezed in some painting time. I wish I had a better image, but this is the photo I took at the opening of the show. 

I knew I didn't want to illustrate just the band members- though that would have been totally cool. I had a few songs in mind that inspired all kinds of visuals. I decided on "Penny Lane" because the song feels like something that could be out of a children's book.

I attended the opening of the show, and it was one of the best openings I've ever been to. I think that had a lot to do with the fact that I'm a big fan, and the gallery was filled with fans and live music by a Beatles tribute band. The atmosphere was just so perfect and fun. It was also pretty cool that Sir Ian McKellen was also in attendance! 

The show runs from July 7th - July 29th at Gallery Nucleus. You can also view all the amazing artwork online here, though it's much better to see in person if you're in the area! 

fantasia

(Fantasia, digital)

Here's my contribution for the always awesome silverscreensociety.com. Working on this was so much fun, mostly because it didn't have to deal with anything cute! Be sure to check out all the other wonderful Fantasia pieces! 

matilda

Here's my contribution to The Book Show! This was a fun piece to work on. It's my tribute to Roald Dahl's Matilda. Such a great book, and filled with darling illustrations by Quentin Blake. It was great to work on a piece that involves a character who loves books, for a show about books. 

The exhibition will be held at Daniel Maghen Gallery in Paris, France. The show runs from July 3 - July 28th. I wish I could attend the opening to this one! Special thanks to my friend Seb Mesnard for having me in this amazing show!

the doctor is in!

The second Little Golden Book I worked on for Nickelodeon's Bubble Guppies is available for pre-order! It was a pleasure working on both books, and this one will be released in August. 

Got several projects going on right now, including some new illustrations. Thinking about changing up my style a bit for a few of those projects, just for fun. 

a little golden book winner!

Congratulations to Mr. Steve Lambe on winning the Little Golden Book giveaway! Thanks to everyone who participated and left a comment. I'm currently working on my second Bubble Guppies Little Golden Book, and will probably do another give away as soon as it's released. 

Below is one of the full and uncropped spreads from It's Time for Bubble Puppy! 

Thanks again everyone!

a little golden book

I'm so excited to announce my first Little Golden Book, It's Time for Bubble Puppy! was recently released! I've always wanted illustrate a Little Golden Book, and I'm so happy Nickelodeon and Random House offered me this wonderful opportunity. I was familiar with the show before working on the book, and it was a pleasure to illustrate such appealing and charming characters.

Here's a snippet of what's written on the back cover. It pretty much sums up why I loved working on this:

"Children have loved Little Golden Books for over 60 years. They have written their names inside each front cover and delighted in the colorful pictures and wonderful stories. Thanks to the happy hours spent with such books as The Poky Little Puppy, many children have developed a lifelong love of reading."

I'm also celebrating the release of this book with a giveaway! Just leave a comment on this post (along with your name and email by February 14th, 2012), I will draw a name, announce the winner, and mail out one signed copy of the book. A free book for you, and a fun thing for me to do. Win, win! 

it's a small world opening reception

Here are a few photos from the "It's A Small World" opening reception and book signing at Gallery Nucleus. It was a fun event and a great pleasure meeting some of the other artists. Be sure to check out all the wonderful artwork on the gallery's website here.

it's a small world

(Mundo Pequeno, Gouache)

I'm so thrilled to be participating in the "It's a Small World" tribute show at Nucleus. I managed to squeeze in some painting time between newborn diaper changes, my two year old's toothaches and illustrating a 24 page children's book. It wasn't easy, but I just couldn't miss the chance to pay tribute to my favorite Disneyland attraction and one of my favorite artists, Mary Blair.

Here's more info about the show from the gallery:

"Timed with the release of illustrator Joey Chou's latest children's book from Disney Press, a select group of talent will contribute work paying homage to this beloved and enduring theme of global peace. The book features Chou's illustrations interpreting the Sherman Brothers classic song written for the popular Disney park attraction.

This is an all-ages event. Exhibiting artists in attendance including Joey Chou who will be on hand signing copies of the new release. "

It's a Small World

September 17, 2011 - October 3, 2011

Opening Reception September 17, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A big thank you to Joey Chou for having me in the show. Please be sure to check out his work and his beautiful new book!

night time

Here's a super quick sketch of my daughter. It's the face I see before going to bed at night. :)