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in kindergarten, I realized that I wanted to be an artist. I knew this
for a fact all through High School. Then, sometime back in college, I
realized how very impractical that was. I began a minor in art (just
for fun, of course), and considered law, teaching, advertising,
communications…you name it. By Junior year, however, I realized
I just couldn’t escape art. I changed my minor to a Major, and
got an internship at DC Comics (those are the guys who make Superman).
When I graduated, I worked for Scholastic books (those are the guys who
make Clifford). That combo of Superman and Clifford gave me a great
start in learning how to make things look fun and interesting for kids. Since then I’ve illustrated and authored over 20 books for children, including, “Eight Lights for Eight Nights (Barron’s Educational Series), My Jewish Counting Book (Shulsinger Judaica) and My Cousin Tamar Lives in Israel (URJ Press). I also enjoy creating products of all kinds, and have designed everything from toys (Alma’s Designs), to calendars (Tide-Mark Press), to formal Ketubot (Private Commissions). Many greeting card companies such as Hallmark and Great Arrow Graphics have featured my work on greeting cards. |
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| About the
Papercuts I create the papercuts with an x-acto knife, and a lot of patience. First, I cut complex designs from one or more sheets of solid papers. I then shift them around, to create interesting shadows, or matting effects. I then create the painted layer. This part is the most fun, because it usually involves splattering, spritzing, and overall mess-making with vivid colors. To create the final look, I layer the cut out papers over the painted paper. The contrast of loose textures against the clean cut-lines create a visual dynamic that I really enjoy. |
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| About the
Paintings My painted illustrations are created with vivid acrylic paints, and are cheerful and inviting. They have included everything from a parachuting cow to a soaring penguin. My whimsical side definitely has the opportunity to come out and play in this style, and I enjoy bringing a fun perspective to even the most serious subjects. I live in West Hempstead, New York with my husband Mark, and our three kids. |
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