"The Friendly Beasts" was the first children's book I illustrated about a decade ago. Have you noticed how everything seems to cycle back at some point? Based on that initial book, I was asked to do this version (published in 2006). It was really interesting to re-visit the simple text and ideas and to try to re-imagine them differently. Since my approach to this type of illustration has not changed much in the last decade apparently (close cropped, emotionally engaging, emphasis on design), it was a bit of a challenge. 
But an enjoyable one.I heard a friend call tonight Christmas "Adam" - because it precedes Christmas "Eve".
I hope you are enjoying yours.
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I think it's the eyes that lure me in. we're looking forward to Christmas Eve [tomorrow]
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This is my calling card or link"Whittereronautism"which takes you straight to my new blog.
Merry Christmas Tara.
Christmas Adam....chuckling.
Merrrry Merry Christmas to you and yours Old Friend.
I was so thinking of you this last week as I got an amazing box of chocolates in the mail - they are from Portland...oh heck . What is the name ? Mooon something. You would just worshiop them in their handmade beauty. I do.
Your book is gorgeous...I THINK I remember seeing pages posted before ? Anyway, they are beautiful. You are a wonderful artist.
Love, S.
Love seeing all your illustrations, the sheep and lamb are delightful. We are just into Christmas day here by 35 minutes and there is a midnight service on the TV, Have just heard on the world service that there is a major winter storm in your area, hope you are all keeping cosy and warm, wishing you a very merry Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
Joy
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Sandra Evertson
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