- New sketchbook for journaling - the most important thing you have should now!!! Going forward everything pertaining to this project will be documented in your sketchbook. It large be 9x12 or larger with at least 100 pages. I strongly suggest drawing on the front and back of each page.
- The final pagination layout, any notes about the direction might want to go.
- Character design & ideas sketches
- Any rough thumbnails of any pages
- At least two picture book/graphic novels that interest and inspire you. It can be any type of picture books. They don't have to be the same subject matter/genre
Have your materials and be prepared to talk. If I suggest you change something, start over and show me more work it's nothing personal I just want to make sure your doing your best work possible. When working in a field like illustration its about working together to produce something excellent for the viewer to enjoy.
Below are links for tips on character design. I'll be adding soon. Any question/concerns don't hesitate to contact me.
Dan Santat - award winning children's book illustrator
https://penandoink.com/2014/08/25/a-pen-oink-interview-with-dan-santat-the-making-of-beekle/
http://www.creativebloq.com/illustration/5-tips-illustrating-childrens-book-5132983
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWxdLNLKJvk