for a picture book I've mentioned before but which is officially launched today with Bloomsbury US and UK.
http://jamarattigan.livejournal.com/510925.html
I've never met Jama but I'm so glad to have discovered her Alphabet Soup blog about two great creative obsessions - kid's books and food. Hilarious to discover whole new drama enfold in a kind of afterword, when Little Ted tucks into a 3D version of my Mini Racer mouse's cheese car - in real cheese (don't miss that picture!)
I'm sure Mini Racer author Kristy Dempsey, Jama and I would have such fun planning a Mini Racer party for a bunch of kids - of all ages...
Anyone want to book us?
If not I'll have a go in Photoshop when I've more time. (Happen to be buying a house this week!)
Following Jama's real life lead, in addition to my drawings, I'd bring a few more bits and pieces to play with:
- a French "Langue de Chat" for Snail's skateboard
- a British Cadbury's Flake chocolate log for the Racer Owl family to ride on.
- some spare tyres
- and we'd get rolling on top of some wide tape with road markings and all. I must thank Paris-based illustrator friend Jeanne de Sainte Marie (who, incidentally, started off in automotive design) for this great gift.
According to the label, this Road tape is called : A Path to the Future.
And it continues: "This Tape will enhance any package and expand your enjoyment of life".
What a great start!
