RAR #69: Helen Oxenbury, Behind the Scenes with an Award-Winning Illustrator

This is one of the most delightful conversations we’ve ever had on the Read-Aloud Revival podcast! I’m talking today with Helen Oxenbury, author and illustrator, about creating picture books – from where she gets her ideas, to the supplies she uses to draw animals (and the cutest darn babies around) and more. In this episode, you’ll hear: which books Helen read to her own 3 children what it’s been like working with her husband, author and illustrator John Burningham (the creator of the Mr. Gumpy series) how Helen chooses different media to create atmosphere in her beautiful books Grab the kids for this one – Helen is sharing tips for young illustrators in this absolutely charming discussion. Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/69/ .