K.C. Snider Art
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K.C. Snider Art
I Don't Want a Haricut
COMING SOON...
From author Lea Schizas and illustrator KC Snider, a book for the younger crowd, "I Don't Want A Haircut!" This picture book tells the story of a very imaginative young man named Harry and his first haircut.
From author Lea Schizas and illustrator KC Snider, a book for the younger crowd, "I Don't Want A Haircut!" This picture book tells the story of a very imaginative young man named Harry and his first haircut.
A Short Tale About A Long Tail
JUST OUT...
This very cute woodland tale is author Marilee Crow's newest illustrated book, "A Short Tale About A Long Tail." This story is a new rendition of the classic "The Ugly Duckling" but with a new twist. Watch for the bluebirds, they are my favorite little game.
This very cute woodland tale is author Marilee Crow's newest illustrated book, "A Short Tale About A Long Tail." This story is a new rendition of the classic "The Ugly Duckling" but with a new twist. Watch for the bluebirds, they are my favorite little game.
RV Mouse
Just Out...
Here is the cover of a newly published book authored by Mary Jean Kelso from a slightly different point of view...that of the mouse! It's titled "RV Mouse" and we will be showcasing it at the Family Motor Couches of America (FMCA) event in Redmond, Oregon on August 12, 2010.
Here is the cover of a newly published book authored by Mary Jean Kelso from a slightly different point of view...that of the mouse! It's titled "RV Mouse" and we will be showcasing it at the Family Motor Couches of America (FMCA) event in Redmond, Oregon on August 12, 2010.
A Star in the Night
COMING SOON...
I am currently working on illustrations for a great Christmas story by author Jennifer Gladen. It's called "A Star in the Night."
It's always hectic during the summer trying to get everything done. I just spent 10 days in a sales show our non-profit group set up in tandem with Redmond, Oregon's Centennial Celebration. I was the judge for the show's art work. We were set up boutique-style in a big (normally empty) store front right in the heart of Redmond. This place has huge windows and many of our fine artisans' work sparkled in the summer sun.
Of course, the Deschutes County Fair is the last week of July and I'm planning to enter three pieces of my Western Art for judging in the Open Class Fine Arts Exhibit. I'll do a demo or two showing how I create the illustrations for "A Star in the Night." Children really enjoy that.
Less than 2 weeks later, on August 12, is the seminar and book signing with Mary Kelso at the Family Motor Coaches of America (FMCA) while they are visiting our little "hub" at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. It just keeps getting better!
I am currently working on illustrations for a great Christmas story by author Jennifer Gladen. It's called "A Star in the Night."
It's always hectic during the summer trying to get everything done. I just spent 10 days in a sales show our non-profit group set up in tandem with Redmond, Oregon's Centennial Celebration. I was the judge for the show's art work. We were set up boutique-style in a big (normally empty) store front right in the heart of Redmond. This place has huge windows and many of our fine artisans' work sparkled in the summer sun.
Of course, the Deschutes County Fair is the last week of July and I'm planning to enter three pieces of my Western Art for judging in the Open Class Fine Arts Exhibit. I'll do a demo or two showing how I create the illustrations for "A Star in the Night." Children really enjoy that.
Less than 2 weeks later, on August 12, is the seminar and book signing with Mary Kelso at the Family Motor Coaches of America (FMCA) while they are visiting our little "hub" at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. It just keeps getting better!
Stilts the Stork
COMING SOON...
I just completed the cover illustration for a new childrens' book by author Dixie Phillips entitled "Stilts the Stork." This story is written in rhyme, about a stork who had a difficult time, with no other recourse, than to hatch "eggs" on a golf course...and more...
I just completed the cover illustration for a new childrens' book by author Dixie Phillips entitled "Stilts the Stork." This story is written in rhyme, about a stork who had a difficult time, with no other recourse, than to hatch "eggs" on a golf course...and more...
Frederico, the Mouse Violinist is finished and The Golden Pathway has begun...
COMING SOON...
The illustrations for "Frederico, the Mouse Violinist" by Mayra Calvani are done! It was quite a project because Mayra and I wanted the illustrations to be historically correct which meant a lot of research on violins and bows from the 18th century, during Stradivarius' time. Mayra has talked about having this book published in the new hardback version and that would be very exciting since I did 16 illustrations with the cover.
Now I have finally begun "The Golden Pathway" by Donna McDine. This is another challenging book to illustrate because the material could be upsetting and controversial. Since this book is geared at 9-11 year olds, again we want it to be historically accurate, but not upsetting. Donna and I have both done research about the underground railroad. I've had to think about what life would be like in the US South in the mid-19th century for both black slaves and white farmers and their families. Very interesting challenge!
Here are illustrations from "Frederico..." and from "The Golden Pathway:"
Frederico adjusts the violin pegs
David blocking out the screams in "The Golden Pathway."
The illustrations for "Frederico, the Mouse Violinist" by Mayra Calvani are done! It was quite a project because Mayra and I wanted the illustrations to be historically correct which meant a lot of research on violins and bows from the 18th century, during Stradivarius' time. Mayra has talked about having this book published in the new hardback version and that would be very exciting since I did 16 illustrations with the cover.
Now I have finally begun "The Golden Pathway" by Donna McDine. This is another challenging book to illustrate because the material could be upsetting and controversial. Since this book is geared at 9-11 year olds, again we want it to be historically accurate, but not upsetting. Donna and I have both done research about the underground railroad. I've had to think about what life would be like in the US South in the mid-19th century for both black slaves and white farmers and their families. Very interesting challenge!
Here are illustrations from "Frederico..." and from "The Golden Pathway:"
Frederico adjusts the violin pegs
David blocking out the screams in "The Golden Pathway."
You've got to see Amigo's interview with Jack...
Mayra had her dog, Amigo, interview Jack "The Pooper" and she has posted it on her blog. You've just got to see it at www.petsandauthors.blogspot.com/.
K.C. at "In The Company of Cowgirls" Western Art Show in Pendleton, Oregon
We had a great time at the artists' reception for the "In The Company of Cowgirls" Western Art Show at Hamley Steakhouse Cattle Baron's Grand Ballroom (http://www.thehamleysteakhouse.com/) on May 6. My original mixed media piece called "A Little Love for Dazzle" got a lot of attention. The big question was "How did you do it?" We enjoyed some great entertainment in an 1890's saloon. The featured western singer/songwriter was Juni Fisher (http://www.junifisher.com/) who has been chosen to submit the official music CD for the 100th anniversary of the Pendleton Roundup.
For the benefit of Lynda Burch, here are two pics of me. This may be the last time you see me in a skirt!
A Little Love for Dazzle (Middle top)
This 1890's Bench just about dwarfs K.C.
For the benefit of Lynda Burch, here are two pics of me. This may be the last time you see me in a skirt!
A Little Love for Dazzle (Middle top)
This 1890's Bench just about dwarfs K.C.
My new coloring book is being printed...
Claudia, my publicist, has finished designing my new coloring book based on illustrations from the "Andy and the Albino Horse" series. It will be published in time for the Ochoco Western Arts Roundup in Prineville, Oregon on May 1st. I plan on doing several more coloring books soon. Here is the front cover and the back page.
"In The Company of Cowgirls" accepts "A Little Love for Dazzle"
My mixed media painting titled "A Little Love for Dazzle" has been accepted for a very important invitational western art show in Pendleton, Oregon which will be held May 6-9, 2010. Claudia and I will be attending the artists' reception which will be held at Pendleton's renowned Hamley Steakhouse in the Cattle Barons Grand Ballroom. It will kick off Cattle Baron's Weekend, an event featuring a Western Classics Gelding Sale and preview, ranch bronc riding, and, for the first time, team-branding. Also included in the events are mutton bustin', championship Dutch-oven cook off, saloon crawl, & Calcutta. The Cattle Barons Weekend, now in its third year, is on its way to becoming a well-established event. Crowds from all over the Pacific Northwest are expected to come ( http://www.inthecompanyofcowgirls.com). We are really looking forward to this show. Check out the website to read more about it. Here's the piece:
