Inspiration - By A Thread
Inspiration â By A Thread
By Larissa Lytwyn
Karen Meyer, art director of Threads magazine and former book illustrator, visited Lea Attanasioâs third grade class recently at Hawley School to share her experiences and knowledge about illustrating. Ms Meyer said she has loved drawing her whole life, and remembers spending lots of time sketching and coloring as early as kindergarten. The passion eventually led to a highly prosperous career.
âI spend lots of time looking, looking, looking,â she said. âWhile Iâm drawing, Iâm always looking at the small details.â She explained the need to balance what the writer and publisher wants with the readerâs expectations. The presentation was enlivened with slides, samples, and even an impromptu sketch of some of the students.
Having illustrated some of the popular sports books written by Matt Christopher, Ms Meyer was granted âstarâ status by the class. She even graciously agreed to sign autographs for the children. In conclusion, Ms Meyer encouraged the children to pursue their own personal interests, whatever they might by, stressing the importance of hard work and practice.