Yosemite National Park and THE WOLF KEEPERS

October 11, 2016By Alice Ratterree
Yosemite National Park and THE WOLF KEEPERS

Today marks the release of THE WOLF KEEPERS, my most recent illustration project by author Elise Broach, published by Henry Holt and Co. You can read more about the book and see some sample interior illustrations in my last blog post, “THE WOLF KEEPERS: Book Release”. One of the most enjoyable moments I had bringing this book to life was creating the setting … Read More

How to illustrate a map in a hand-drawn style

March 28, 2014By Alice Ratterree
How to illustrate a map in a hand-drawn style

Recent editorial work for Town Magazine involved an illustrated map of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. The process, while brand new to me, proved to be very rewarding. It began with a conversation with the editor, in which she provided the key places along the trail that would be highlighted. Initial (messy) notes: To start, a soft-green … Read More