Biography!
What does an illustrator do when asked to produce their Biog?
Winkelwoman
A new voice.
I think he might sing opera or something of that kind. A clever pet like my fish is really hard to find.
Inspirational.
I have something to tell you,
It’s the most amazing thing.
I have a pet goldfish,
And really he can sing!
Winkelwomann illustrates
I have decided to stop trying to find my ‘voice’ and just draw. For me, some images are more about the concept than the visual.
What’s in a name?
It’s approaching 2 years since I christened my first Soft Dog drawings. I believe branding my fast growing collection of vibrant characters creates a stronger more unique identity.
‘Fabadoodles’
Copyright 2015 Ciara Winkelmann.
Fabulous fabric patterned, Ciara doggie doodles. A brand that is growing!
Conceal and Reveal
Attending the Children’s Books Ireland annual conference looking at truth and lies in children’s books I was introduced to the magnificient award winning Author/Illustrator Barroux.
Making my mark!
The great Oliver Jeffers said “It all starts with the pencil and imagination.”
Shortly after I became a new member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) I met the wonderful Colleen Cailin Jones, Ireland’s Regional Advisor. She has encouraged me to get involved and discover a network that supports and encourages anyone with an active interest in children’s literature from picture books to young adult novels.
ME, myself and I.
‘ME’, ‘Flowery ME’, ‘St. Patrick’s Day ME’ and new ‘Easter ME’, where do I go from here! When I drew my ‘ME’ for my facebook profile little did I know I was creating a character in her own right. There is something special when one of my creations takes on a life of her own!
Winkelwomann
To create a children’s story book is fun. To create characters that charm children and parents alike is really exciting. But, to be developing a whole concept that takes the characters and their stories onto apps, ibooks, animation & merchandising is beyond my wildest dreams.
As CIARA WINKELMANN ILLUSTRATIONS builds momentum, Winkelwomann sharpens her pencils, skills and determination to see her
bounding about winning the hearts of everyone!
