Archive for the New Work category
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Pinky Malinky a Total WIENER….
Hotter than a hot sausage the long awaited Pinky Malinky series co-creted by Chris Garbutt has hit Netflix like a tornado. A banger of a new animated series featuring a young boy who also happens to be a genetically mutated Hot Dog.
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12 Days of Yule Matthew Land
Matthew Land’s 12 days of Yule is inspired by the Scottish countryside he so loves. He works in delicate watercolour underpinned by a strong drawing style. His work has both movement and grace, we love this series particularly showcasing our favourite time of year.
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Graham Carter’s Beautiful Designs for Eltham Library
The Enchanted Story Garden is a literary play space commissioned by GLL, designed by Discover, concept and visuals development with Illustrator Graham Carter, created by Meticulous.
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Welcoming Matthew Land to Arena Illustration
This month we are beyond thrilled to welcome amazing new illustrative talent Matthew Land to the Arena family. We are delighted to be representing Matthew and look forward to sharing his illustrations with you over the coming years
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New work and in conversation with illustrator Frances Castle
We’ve spent some time in conversation with illustrator Frances Castle looking at her current projects and finding out more about her passion for collecting treasures, her inspirations and a sneak peek at some stunning unpublished work
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Explorers on Witch Mountain with Illustrations by Tomislav Tomic
To welcome in the spooky delights of Halloween we’d like to invite you on an epic pumpkin filled adventure in Explorers on Witch Mountain by Alex Bell featuring stunning illustrations by Tomislav Tomic.
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Emily Brown and Father Christmas Illustrated by Neal Layton
In Emily Brown and Father Christmas, written by Cressida Cowell and illustrated by Neal Layton we join the dynamic duo in a bid to save Christmas as Father Christmas takes embraces some very modern non-conventional time saving devises on Christmas Eve with chaotic results.
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How Winston Delivered Christmas by Alex T Smith
Deck the halls, buff your baubles and whack another batch of mince pies in the oven because we have the most festive of Christmas treats for you! Presenting the MUST HAVE Christmas book of the year, How Winston Delivered Christmas by our very own Alex T Smith
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Get Cosy With DFS – Character Designs by Kristyna Litten
In an on-going partnership with Aardman over the past three years, Kristyna has created more than forty character designs for the campaign – from factory employees, designers, store staff and customers to toys and pets
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The Invincible Tony Spears Lost in Space by Neal Layton
Buckle up and get ready to blast off with the third bonkers Tony Spears adventure… presenting The Invincible Tony Spears Lost in Space, written and illustrated by Neal Layton
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There’s a Yeti in The Playground – Illustrated by Thomas Flintham
The 8th amazing Izzy Adventure from Blue Peter Award-winning author illustrator team Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham is publishing with Nosy Crow this week
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Between Worlds with illustrations by Frances Castle
As winter fast approaches, the nights draw in and the air begins to chill what better read than Between Worlds a beautifully curated collection of traditional tales woven together triumphantly by award winning author Kevin Crossley-Holland and Arena Illustrator Frances Castle.
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Mr Penguin is Back and He’s Headed for The Fortress of Secrets…
Grab a fish finger sandwich and a magnifying glass and get ready to head out on a second epic mild peril and rodent filled adventure with Alex T Smith’s Mr Penguin in… *dramatic drum roll* Mr Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets…Published by Hodder Children’s Books
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A look inside Ancient Warriors Illustrated by Joe Lillington
Throughout history, timelines have been punctuated with epic battles, for control of land, resources and communities. Flying Eye Books in association with author Iris Volant and Arena Illustrator Joe Lillington have chosen this aspect of History to form the basis for Ancient Warriors.
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An interview with illustrator Joe Lillington
Joe Lillington has been represented by Arena Illustration for two years and in that time has emerged as a go-to illustrator for historical non-fiction publications for children.
Filed under: Arena, Book Covers, Design, Joe Lillington, New Work, The Illustration Process
The influence of Medieval manuscripts on Joe’s recent work is evident in the detail and depiction of figures and landscapes, often drawing reference from the work of Pieter Bruegel who’s work he greatly admires, Joe’s illustrative style has equally been shaped by his childhood love of the Asterix graphic novels by Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo which first triggered his love for history, characterisation and strong narrative. -
Frances Castle Journeys of Discovery
Spot the Mistake Journeys of Discovery created by Amanda Wood, Mike Jolley and illustrated by Frances Castle publishes with Wide Eyed Editions on 5th July. An immersive, puzzle solving experience with hidden red herrings, misplaced props and out of context hidden objects cleverly hidden within each spread.
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Levi Pinfold illustrates Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 20th Anniversary
Bloomsbury Publishing launch a stunning new celebratory collection of Harry Potter house editions this month featuring delectable illustrations by award winning illustrator Levi Pinfold. Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, Slitheryn and Gryffindor are all represented in their dedicated house colours with the hardback editions wrapped in lavish gilded dust jackets
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Football Crazy, Football Mad
In the run up to the FIFA World Cup we are celebrating all things football with footy fans Spike Gerrell and Simon Bartram.
Filed under: Arena, Children's Books, New Work, News, Simon Bartram, Spike Gerrell