Reviews for The world of William Joyce scrapbook

The average rating for The world of William Joyce scrapbook based on 2 reviews is 4.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2018-05-19 00:00:00 John Wappler An autobiography as only an illustrator/ author would write. He answers the questions most commonly asked of him. He shares his early years with photographs, and his development as an artist showing works from ages 5-22. The skills show by age 9, that this kid has talent, and a beautifully vivid imagination. By 14, the picture displays many of his stylistic traits. He explains how he began making books, and his process. I liked seeing the methods used that blossom from stark pencil sketch to final painting, specifically, that he incorporates many items from his home, like old toys. I must remember the coloring steps of yellow, red, blue, then black to create any color. Following, he proceeds unfolding his inventiveness through story, after story. Photographs of his family are poignant knowing that his daughter died in 2010. Glimpsing into parts of his life, like holidays: egg painting, Fourth of July cookout, and fireworks display, and Halloween decorating. Noting he sent Santa Claus letters, like Tolkien, is amazing! The last section shares a few of his "new" projects, such as Rolie Polie Olie, and The Guardians of Childhood. This exaggerates how old he book is, for me. Rolie Polie Olie was from 1998-2004, well over 15 years ago. The Guardians of Childhood is complete now, and even a 2012 film. I enjoyed the series. Seeing the early sketches was interesting; a further peek into the unfolding of its creation.

Review # 2 was written on 2019-01-09 00:00:00 Stephen Dudley Inspiring insight into the world of Joyce's technique and imagination for the budding artist. It felt inviting and warm to see how he creates his works and the friends and family that surround-inspires me. It is amusing when having a drink with your characters The family aspect was both warm + sad to read because of the passing of his daughter after the book's publication.