Welcome to my new blog, which now includes content from many of the blogs I’ve created over the years. You can now also access content via category from this one page instead of having to search for my individual blogs, which were scattered over various platforms and websites.
Lisa Anchin (she/her) is a Brooklyn based writer and illustrator who took a long circuitous route to publication. She is often holed up in her studio stringing words together and doodling, but she also loves meeting other kidlit folks and volunteers as the Illustration Coordinator for SCBWI’s Metro NY Chapter. . . .
Many thanks to Zahra Marwan for answering a few questions about her debut picture book, WHERE BUTTERFLIES FILL THE SKY: A Story Of Immigration, Family and Finding Home, which launches Tue. Mar. 29th, 2022! Zahra Marwan grew up in two deserts which vary drastically and have many similarities in culture. . . .
I’m honoured to be an official member of the VR Art Live Artist roster! You can see my Artist Profile here. Find out more about how I use VR to help me brainstorm visual solutions during my picture book process.
Like many other illustrators, I get asked for free art a LOT. I suspect I may get asked more often because my illustration process tends to look quicker than some other illustrators, and I sometimes give some of my art away on my social media. Here are some things to . . .
Last week, I had two separate conversations with fellow kidlit friends during which they commented how I managed to stay so productive during the pandemic. This took me by surprise, since in my own head I’ve been feeling like most of the past two years have been a fog that . . .
(Updated from an older post. Also be sure to check out my FAQ for more useful advice!) So many people think that short = easy, especially when it comes to picture books. And while yes, it’s easy to crank out a picture book manuscript in terms of wordcount, writing a . . .
I’ve had a love-hate relationship with squirrels for over 30 years. This is an introduction to my Beware The Squirrel blog. About Debbie (Bio kindly provided by my friend Bruce Macintosh – It remains one of my favourite bios ever, and I hope to use it in a book someday.) . . .
Also see my VR Art Page for info about why and how I’m using VR art to help me plan my picture book illustrations. Since my husband gave me an Oculus Quest 2 headset for Christmas in 2021, I’ve been embracing the world of virtual reality. I first became interested . . .
Trying to think of a good holiday gift for a writer, illustrator or creative educator? Consider giving them TIME. Download/print out this certificate, fill out the recipient’s name, and choose one or more of the options. Suggestions for how you can help give your friend more time: Depending on your . . .