The Edinburgh Adventure!

Posted on 11 August 2014 · 2 Comments

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When I was first asked to be Illustrator in Residence at the 2014 Edinburgh International Book Festival, I was naturally thrilled. What a colossal honour, in a city I love so much and have visited so often!

Now the reality is upon me. Seven events over six days! Illustrated concerts, exotic storytellings, Katie anniversaries, mural painting, big draw drop in… You name it, I’ll be doing it! There really are some unique events for families and something for everyone.

I’ve been practising in my sketchbook, and here are a few studies for the Arabian Nights Illustrated Storytelling and the Illustrated Pictures at an Exhibition, featuring a LIVE performance of Mussorgsky’s piano suite…

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Some of the events are part of the Schools’ Programme, but here is a link to the PUBLIC events that you can book and come to. It’s going to be so much fun! I hope to see some of you there – make sure you come and say hello!

https://www.edbookfest.co.uk/the-festival/whats-on/themes/illustrator-in-residence-james-mayhew

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James Mayhew

James is the creator of the much-loved Katie and Ella Bella Ballerina series and has written or illustrated many other books, including Koshka’s Tales, Mouse & Mole (by Joyce Dunbar) and Gaspard the Fox (by Zeb Soanes). Alongside his work in publishing, James performs live on stage during concerts for children, combining live classical music, storytelling and art.

2 responses to “The Edinburgh Adventure!”

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    Martin Ashing

    Dear James,
    It was great to see you again in Edinburgh. This is Martin Ashing, the father of Clara, 6 years old, we first saw you in The National Gallery of Scotland, and a few years ago when you were looking for a restaurant recommendation. You said in August it might be possible to contact you and for you to maybe send some of your practice sketches for the Arabian Nights talk. If that was at all possible we would be very grateful, and could pay for them or make a donation to charity. Clara and my wife Pam, were particularly taken with your picture of the couple in the palace through the window with the genie and fairy, whilst I was particularly taken with the seascape or Baghdad pictures. I understand you probably get many requests, so please, don’t worry if it is a problem.

    Thanks again for the talk

    Kind regards

    Martin Ashing

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    1. James Mayhew avatar
      James Mayhew

      Hello Martin,

      Thanks for your kind message, I’m sure I’ll have something here I can send you. Some of the practise pictures are slightly smaller than those done during the event, but otherwise similar. Why not contact me on my email… james@jamesmayhew.co.uk and then we can work out a plan! Thanks for your kind support, much appreciated.

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