A lot of excellent illustrators are working at the…
““A lot of excellent illustrators are working at the moment--especially in fantasy and children's books. It is exciting also to see graphic artists such as Dave McKean, in his film Mirrormask, moving between different media. I also greatly admire the more traditional work of Gennady Spirin and Roberto Innocenti. Kinuko Craft, John Jude Palencar, John Howe, Charles Vess, Brian Froud ... I'll stop there, as the list would get too long. But--in a fit of pride and justified nepotism--I'll add my daughter, Virginia Lee, to the list. Her first illustrated children's book, The Frog Bride [coming out in the U.K. in September, 2007], will be lovely.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Illustrators excel across media, especially in fantasy and children's books, blending traditional and modern styles, and personal connections enrich the field
In simple terms: Illustrators thrive by mixing media and personal ties
Key Takeaway
Support diverse media and personal collaborations in illustration
Themes
creativity
media
fantasy
children
collaboration
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
inspirational
industry commentary
When to use this quote
- publishing children's books
- film concept art
- illustrator networking
- family mentorship
Key Concepts
Graphic design
storytelling
family influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media crossover inspire your work?
- What role does family play in artistic growth?
A Different Perspective
Risk of nepotism accusations may affect perceived merit