If you have ever read a children’s book, no doubt you know that the illustrations play an important part in the experience. Children, who are often pre-literate, rely on pictures to help them learn words, and develop a love of reading. Adults enjoy pictures as a means of rounding out a story. Today we speak with two award-winning illustrators, Scott Nash and Melissa Sweet, about their work and why Maine is the perfect place for them to practice their craft.
Guests
Scott Nash
Scott Nash is an illustrator, graphic designer, and Chair of the Illustration Department at Maine College of Art. He is also the owner of NASHBOX studios.
Melissa Sweet
Melissa Sweet has illustrated nearly 100 children’s books from board games to picture books and nonfiction titles. Her collages and paintings have appeared in the New York Times, Martha Stewart Living, Madison Park Greetings, Smilebox and for Eboo Toys. She has also written and illustrated three books including A Little More Red, a New York Times Best Illustrated in 2005.