Angela Dominguez's Blog, page 19

Let's Go, Hugo! Book Signing and Other Things

Thank you so much to the wonderful people at Woodward Library in Fresno specifically Krista Riggs for coordinating the event. It was a wonderful crowd, and I was delighted to share Let's Go, Hugo! with such a receptive group. We even had a little crowd participation. I gave the crowd a sneak peek of Maria Had A Little Llama/Maria Tenía Una Llamita and my mom read with me in Spanish. 

In other news, I am putting together many great events for the fall. I'll be having a solo show at Tr!ckster Gallery, showing a few pieces at Studio Gallery, and scheduled book signings with some of my favorite indie book stores. I'll be posting information closer to the dates. 

Lastly, I'm finally starting the final artwork for my Yarn Story (Dial 2015). Previews soon! 

Let's Go, Hugo! Woodward Library Event

Hugo is very excited about this upcoming Library Event in Fresno, CA at Woodward Library. http://www.fresnolibrary.org

Hooray for Santiago Stays Reviews!

My upcoming book Santiago Stays (which will be on  bookshelves September 3rd) is getting great Reviews from Publisher's Weekly and Kirkus:

I've posted the Kirkus Review below and a link to Publisher's Weekly.


SANTIAGO STAYS

Why won’t Santiago come?

In this simple tale of pet camaraderie, a boy tries to play with his dog, plying him with ever-escalating enticements. A toy, a ball, a walk, a treat? A very special treat? Various options are presented in minimal, conversational text, with accessible pictorial cues to let young listeners and readers figure out precisely what is being offered. Warm, colorful, digitally enhanced illustrations rendered in pencil, ink, marker and tissue paper are the focus here, as the lovable, resolute pup and his very determined boy each try to communicate in his own way. But wait! What’s that cry coming from the corner? The boy’s sister, of course! And as Santiago knows, she needs to know she is not alone. “Don’t cry. / We’re here! // Good boy, Santiago,” the boy says, recognizing both very special members of his family. While not stated, the boy seems to be of Hispanic or Latino origin, adding a subtle, multicultural flavor to this appealing, straightforward selection.

Dog lovers and older siblings alike will bask in the quiet humor as they try to solve this gentle canine mystery. (Picture book. 2-5)

http://www.publishersweekly.com/9781419708213

On a side note, I presented for the SCBWI in Oakland over the weekend. Thank you to Brian Bowes and to the great group of attendees.

Maria Had A Little Llama Reviews and More Character Design Drawings

Here are a few new drawings from my Character Design for children's book class. I'm happy to say I'm wrapping up the production of the online version for the AAU.

In other news, Julie Danielson wrote up two lovely blog entries about my upcoming book Maria Had A Little Llama (Henry Holt August 20th 2013).

https://www.kirkusreviews.com/features/mary-had-little-lamb-gets-peruvian-twist/

http://blaine.org/sevenimpossiblethings/?p=2608

Reviews and More Character Design Drawings

Here are a few new drawings from my Character Design for children's book class. I'm happy to say I'm wrapping up the production of the online version for the AAU.

In other news, Julie Danielson wrote up two lovely blog entries about my upcoming book Maria Had A Little Llama (Henry Holt August 20th 2013).

https://www.kirkusreviews.com/features/mary-had-little-lamb-gets-peruvian-twist/

http://blaine.org/sevenimpossiblethings/?p=2608

Sketches

Another 2 pieces for the Waterfront Show at Studio gallery. Also Life Drawing from the Character Design class. This time we had Dorothy and a Bandolero.

Waterfront Show

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Here are a few pieces for Studio Gallery's upcoming Waterfront Show.




Also just a gentle reminder it's not too late to sign up for the SCBWI presentation July 27th.

SCBWI Presentation --July 27th

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I'm delighted to say that I will be a doing a presentation for my local SCBWI on July 27. Enclosed is a link with more details and how to register:

http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ztqkjicab&oeidk=a07e7oqp9dx4455e571&oseq=a021b1gy3g8xnm

Also here are more 5 minute sketches from the Character Design class I teach.  One of the models was dressed as a teenager, and she ended up looking like a little Lolita.

Summer Semester

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Here are a few sketches of 3 to 7min poses from the Summer ILL 699 Character Design Class. Our model this week Kindly allowed me to dress him like Harry Potter.

2013 BOOKS!

I'm delighted to say I have copies for all three of my 2013 books! Santiago Stays and Maria Had A Little Llama come out in September and August. Book signings and events soon!

On a side note, I will be giving a 90 minute presentation for the local SCBWI on July 27th in Oakland. More details soon.