Clinton Poy {Dreams & Drawings​}

Zo's character design was intended to embody the modern, fairy-tail-loving girl... active yet feminine, who spends her days with her head in the clouds. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

This illustration evolved from frightening to comical in an effort to capture the imaginations of young readers. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

The spot illustrations in the opening pages of the book combine elements from Zo's life as an everyday girl and her fairy tale imagination. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

Some thoughtful touches in this illustration of the classic tale include a bandage on the finger in reference to the story, and the stained glass pattern of "z's" rising above the sleeping princess. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

When one thinks of a mattress, the first conception is a puffy white rectangle. Here, perspective, colors, and bed dressings are incorporated in order to greatly enhance visual interest. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

Based on an early character concept sketch of Zo, the cover art concisely illustrates the book's theme of blending the girl's everyday life with the fairy tale magic she sees in her imagination. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

In order to better understand the structure of Myra's hair, I created a three dimensional clay model of her head so I could examine her braids from all angles. (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

Diagonal lines and flying elements are incorporated to keep the illustration moving and enhance the action as Zo tries to capture and kiss a potential frog prince. Even the turtle is getting into the chase! (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)

I initially depicted the wolves facing Zo and her friend, with their backs to the viewer. However, the temptation to illustrate the expressions on the animals' faces proved too enticing to ignore, so I reworked the drawing. It was a good decision! (Medium: Pencil, Gouache, Digital)