My second Little Golden Book 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. :)

hello amelia!

My baby has arrived! Amelia was born July 2, 2011 weighing 7 lbs 3oz. She's healthy, wonderful and so amazing.

The maternity floor at the hospital also happens to be decorated with artwork by Mary Blair. It makes the recovery a little easier, hehe. Above is a photo of the painting just outside my room.

Things are a little busy now, but I also have another exciting illustration project in the works. More details on that later. For now, I'm having a great recovery and enjoying time with my family.

2001: a space odyssey

Here's my contribution for silverscreensociety.com. It was nice working on something different from my usual subject matter and style. Be sure to check out the site as there are many wonderful pieces from different films including 2001: A Space Odyssey.

scissorhands 20th at nucleus

Here are some photos from the Edward Scissorhands Tribute Show at Gallery Nucleus along with an image of my painting. It was an amazing event and the turn out was huge! Big congrats to my friend Seb Mesnard for putting together this wonderful show! It's always great to see all the artwork in person and hang out with the other artists. The show will be up until May 9th so check it out in person if you can! You can also view the artwork on the gallery's website here.

scissorhands 20th show

Hi Everyone! Here's some info on the Scissorhands 20th Show I'm participating in at Nucleus Gallery. The opening reception is Saturday, April 16th. For more info click on the flier above or visit the gallery's website here.

It's going to be a great show! Take a sneak peak at all the wonderful artwork here. Hope to see you there!