In creating the Harry Potter artwork, I try to bring a certain amount of realism and believability to the characters and setting, but still add an element of wonder and the unknown. — Mary Grandpre Copy Share Image
When I illustrate a cover or a book, I draw upon what the author tells me; that's how I see my responsibility as an illustrator. J.K. Rowling is very descriptive in her writing — she gives an illustrator a lot… — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
I was quite nauseous every day at school - I had some real stomach problems. The thing that saved me was sitting in church… — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
It's like a candy store for an illustrator, I connected with Harry pretty quickly and loved the way J.K. described everything; she's such a… — Mary Grandpre Copy Share Image
When I'm not working on a children's book, I'm painting abstract paintings. That's probably the most joyous thing for me as an artist. But… — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
I loved to draw. I always did. I started when I was about five years old. — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
I think kids need to be allowed to be more creative and learn more about artists these days, so I'm all about that. — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
I will be sad. I've gotten very attached to Harry and all that goes on in his world, I guess I'll just be kind… — Mary Grandpre Copy Share Image
I grew up as this little Catholic girl who just wanted to make beautiful things. I expressed myself with paint. — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
In creating the Harry Potter artwork, I try to bring a certain amount of realism and believability to the characters and setting, but still… — Mary Grandpre Copy Share Image
Awards are great, but they're not who you are, and pop culture isn't who you are. — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
I get to show the reader the essence of the book without giving anything away. — Mary Grandpre Copy Share Image
When I illustrate a cover or a book, I draw upon what the author tells me; that's how I see my responsibility as an… — Mary GrandPre Copy Share Image
