I've received permission to tell a secret! One of the projects I've been working on is a biographical picture book about the beautiful life of a beautiful lady. She was a legend of classic film, an icon in women's fashion (working with her friend, designer Hubert de Givenchy), and also an open-hearted humanitarian devoting the later years of her life to the work she would do with UNICEF. Her namesake Children's Fund intiatives continue today.
The book publishes in 2010 (Balzer & Bray/ Harper Collins) with words by Margaret Cardillo. I feel like the luckiest girl in the world. Much more to come!
So...guess who?
Funny how I saw that picture and thought, "When did Julia go brunette?!"
ReplyDeleteYOU could tell people how to be lovely. :)
Hey thats wonderful, Julia--you are the perfect person for the job! I'll be looking forward some sneak peeks, if you're able to share at some point :) Congratulations!
ReplyDeletePerfect project!
ReplyDeleteDerrr...wow! Audry Hepburn is my idol. She's the reason I got bangs!! I cannot wait to see what you're working on. What a wonderful job to have and no wonder you've been watching so many classics!! :)
ReplyDeleteOh that's too cool!
ReplyDeleteOhhh my goodness I can't wait for the book! Audrey is one of my HEROES.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful! I can already picture your pictures!!! Congrats Julia.
ReplyDeleteHoly cow Julia!!! That's such terrifically exciting news. I can't think of a better illustrator for Audrey. I am just dying to get my grubby little mitts on a copy.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Julia! Your art is uncannily perfect for a book on Audrey Hepburn. I can't wait to see it. In the meantime I wish you happy painting and many viewings of Roman Holiday.
ReplyDeleteFUN!! Congratulations Julia!! I agree, your artwork is perfect for this! I love how you draw ladies and fashion. What fun it will be to see the illustrations you create.
ReplyDeletethank you for the kind words and encouragement everyone! I am excited to get painting... :) "bonjour PARIS!"
ReplyDeleteYes, this is a great subject for a picture book, and I can't wait to see what you do with it!
ReplyDeleteWow. What a fantastic idea for a picture book. Can't wait to see your illustrations!
ReplyDeleteHow did I miss this post?!?! AHHH! (i had to scream). This is amazing. You lucky girl! I cannot wait to see what this book comes out like!!!
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