I’m thrilled (and kinda’ terrified) to announce my second children’s book officially launches today. It’s a follow up to my first Birdie book about shoes. This time it’s about what she’s wearing up top…
I love children’s book. Always have and always will. I think that’s why I feel so much anxiety about doing one. Unlike commissioned projects-where my job is to to express a client’s vision-and as long as the client is happy with the outcome-it’s “ok” if other people don’t like it. Doing something where it’s your own vision, story & artwork just leaves me feeling so naked. And it can get chilly.
I got a less than glowing review from some big cheese reviewer. In short, my writing/story telling could use work. Cheese isn’t wrong. I’d like to keep growing and always get better. Luckily another even more blunt , big cheese reviewer raved…thanks mom!
With all seriousness, if you have a chance to peek at the book, I’d love any feedback from all kids of all ages.
xx
PS- I want to make sure I give a huge thank you shout out to Chris Goodhue & Liz Casal. Chris is the incredible talent responsible for creating this perfect for me blog…and getting it out in time. Liz is the star I feel so lucky to work with at Little Brown. She makes Birdie always look her most prettiest. She even did this little number in her spare time… Cheers!
Hi, my name is Sujean Rim.
I'm an illustrator, designer and mom.
I like to cook, dance, laugh and learn.
Congratulations, You are so talented and I’m sure it will be a great hit and of course can’t wait to read it to my little Annita.
Congrats! Wishing you much success with Birdie 2. I’ll be sure to pick up a copy.
Hi Sujean- I was so glad to receive your email about your new blog and the launching of your second book. I don’t know if you remember me, I am the art teacher from Bradenton, Florida. I saw your art work on the Daily Candy web site, that I have been sharing with my students. I love the way you paint your watercolors. My students want to try to paint their watercolors like yours after they see your work. I can’t wait to show them your new website during Art Club. Good luck with your book…how about one with a little boy soon? (I am now the proud first time Grandma of a little boy).
All the Best-
Leslie DeZiel
HI! yes I remember! I’m so happy you are having your students water color! please keep me posted with how they are doing and def let me know their thoughts on the book.
boy book…yes- i am working on ideas…congrats on being a grandmom!!!!
i have a little 2 yr boy myself:)–so some suitable reading is absolutely in order.
my best,s
I own this book already. Have read it multiple times to my little “birdie”. My Charlie-girl will announce “I’m going to play Birdie now” whenever she gets in my closet. Thank you for another beautiful book!!!!!!
TIF!!!!! thank you so much. This is the best review ever. Please give a high 5 and huge hug to your Charlie-Girl! x
I just discovered your NEW website and blog! Very very pretty! Your work makes me never want to do digital illustration again. I started with watercolor and am slowly making my way back-you inspire.
AND sometimes Cheese is subjective…if little girls love you and your art that is what matters. I think you are fabulous!
Aw thanks so much Monica! I thrilled you are doing watercolor. I think it’s great to always play-and challenge yourself….I’m messing with oils now…Ill post some later. I wish I could work digitally (sigh)
I think these 2 books look like the perfect thing for my young niece. I really like your illustrations.
I would also like to ask if you have a shop with prints, Tshirts, etc. I loved your Teacher shirts and missed out on the Starter Wife shirts. I was disappointed that you weren’t designing this year’s shirt.
I’m going to buy copies of the books for my little niece who loves to look at herself in the mirror.
Thanks so much! I currently have been doing a series of t’s with loft-some seasons there will be more or less….and Im working with juicy couture doing some really fun scarves and towels for spring/summer 2012. I’ll give a peep show when samples come in;)
Hi Sujean,
Thanks for the information. I’ll have to keep my eye out at the Loft. I was trying to get copies of your ads for Target’s and Tiffany’s. Not successful so far. But I will be getting some of your books for my niece and my daughter and myself. Love your work! Teresa
So thrilled to see you blogging! I am a huge fan of your work and already bought your first book for my niece. Book 2 is being ordered today!
Would love it if you could show some of your sketches, work space, illustrations, etc., in your blog.
My daughter and I love the Birdie books. The first thing my 5 year old said when we finished the new book was “I wonder what the next Birdie book will be about”. I think she’s officially a fan. She also enjoyed looking at the artwork that you have done for other books. Best of luck!
OHhh Thanks so much Elizabeth! To your sweetie pie daughter too!!!
Hi Sujean!
I fell in love with your work when I bought the Posie bag you designed for Harvey’s Seatbelt Bags. Soon after, I found out that you were developing a children’s book, so when Birdie’s Big Girl Shoes came out, I bought that too! You’re illustrations are so cheerful and always make me smile! I look forward to reading your blog! =o)
THANKS so much Laura! hope you are enjoying that posie bag–that was one of my faves:)xo
Such beautiful illustrations, I love them! I’m sure your book will be amazing.
Just checked out Amazon and yes the Birdie books are amazing….on the wish list!
xoxo thanks so much Selena! hope you enjoy it.
Are you having any book signing in NY ?
Hi Niomi!
Just 2 planned so far…10/29 in my current westchester hood, Chappaqua and 11/13 in my forever hood, Brooklyn.
I will post more info soon.
GREAT !!!!! See ya in Brooklyn with both my books. Please don’t change the date in Nov as I will be requesting a day off from work and I”m coming from Philadelphia. See you then.
Wow, marvelous blog layout! How long have you been blogging for? you made blogging look easy. The overall look of your web site is wonderful, let alone the content!
Hi and Thanks so much Evelyne! Im a blogging newbie- less than a month now….had nothing to do with the the layout-I had a great designer, Chris Goodhue help me.