Leander Fontaine
@lefonta.bsky.social
Writing, illustrating and painting stories for our grandchild.
Ich schreibe, illustriere und male Geschichen für unser Enkelchen.
www.leanderfontaine.com www.instagram.com/singlenats
#kidlit #kidlitart #art #childrensbook #picturebook #kinderbuch
Ich schreibe, illustriere und male Geschichen für unser Enkelchen.
www.leanderfontaine.com www.instagram.com/singlenats
#kidlit #kidlitart #art #childrensbook #picturebook #kinderbuch
Two more spreads for my chapter book. Now, the enchanted forest "stage sets" I painted some weeks ago are paying off. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 20, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Two more spreads for my chapter book. Now, the enchanted forest "stage sets" I painted some weeks ago are paying off. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Couple more test layouts. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Continuing to work on the layout principles for my 2nd book. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 14, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Continuing to work on the layout principles for my 2nd book. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
First layout idea for my second book. Text (about 40-50 text pages) right, main illustrations left. This spread is still rather poorly arranged and "naked". Will be improved and get funny marginalia. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #scbwi
April 8, 2025 at 1:50 AM
First layout idea for my second book. Text (about 40-50 text pages) right, main illustrations left. This spread is still rather poorly arranged and "naked". Will be improved and get funny marginalia. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #scbwi
Little UFO for my second book. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 6, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Little UFO for my second book. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
The same 3 ghosts - as babies (more than 400 years ago and still pretty clean). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 3, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The same 3 ghosts - as babies (more than 400 years ago and still pretty clean). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
For my second book. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 3, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Still rough and unfinished. Perhaps too desaturated (electronically). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
April 1, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Still rough and unfinished. Perhaps too desaturated (electronically). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
One of the draft images for my second book (a chapter book for 8-10 year olds). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
March 30, 2025 at 11:08 PM
One of the draft images for my second book (a chapter book for 8-10 year olds). #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Another "satellite pic" in my first kidbook. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 30, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Another "satellite pic" in my first kidbook. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
In my 1st kidbook, I have page-filling main pics illustrating the story, and "satellite pics" to explain selected elements in the text. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 30, 2025 at 8:57 PM
In my 1st kidbook, I have page-filling main pics illustrating the story, and "satellite pics" to explain selected elements in the text. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Action sketch for my 2nd kidbook (a chapter book). Ghost dives onto another ghost (a poltergeist). Set in a dark forest. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 26, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Action sketch for my 2nd kidbook (a chapter book). Ghost dives onto another ghost (a poltergeist). Set in a dark forest. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Mystical tales series for adults, not for kids (most of them large format acrylic on canvas or masonite). These are about a figure called the First Hedgehog and what he experiences in a world where humans are long extinct (though their bad vibes reverberate). Will post some from time to time. #art
January 26, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Mystical tales series for adults, not for kids (most of them large format acrylic on canvas or masonite). These are about a figure called the First Hedgehog and what he experiences in a world where humans are long extinct (though their bad vibes reverberate). Will post some from time to time. #art
Some elements for the forest in which the ghosts assemble. To be silhouetted and electronically placed on a background "stage". #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 25, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Some elements for the forest in which the ghosts assemble. To be silhouetted and electronically placed on a background "stage". #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Leo, when he was a puppy with an attitude. He has two little appearances as a "supporting actor" in the illustrations of my 1st book. The 1st dog we ever had who is seemingly able to read my mind. #kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbook #kinderbuch #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #scbwi
January 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Leo, when he was a puppy with an attitude. He has two little appearances as a "supporting actor" in the illustrations of my 1st book. The 1st dog we ever had who is seemingly able to read my mind. #kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbook #kinderbuch #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #scbwi
Silly bit of tiny detail in the background. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 24, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Silly bit of tiny detail in the background. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Character development 😜 #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 24, 2025 at 2:35 AM
The very first picture I painted for our granddaughter. Meanwhile, she is close to five but still too young for it. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 23, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The very first picture I painted for our granddaughter. Meanwhile, she is close to five but still too young for it. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Section from another large (36x48in) fairy tales for teenies painting. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 23, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Section from another large (36x48in) fairy tales for teenies painting. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
For a chapter book. More advanced wash (18x36in) as a starting point for a magically lit night forest, in which ghosts will meet.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 23, 2025 at 1:45 AM
For a chapter book. More advanced wash (18x36in) as a starting point for a magically lit night forest, in which ghosts will meet.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
Starting wash (18x36in) for a magically lit night forest, in which ghosts will meet. Coloring & detail will evolve. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Starting wash (18x36in) for a magically lit night forest, in which ghosts will meet. Coloring & detail will evolve. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
As an aside: One of my "fairy tales for teenies" paintings. Acrylic/canvas, 36 x 48 inches. Will be a book once I have a dozen. Currently have 9. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #scbwi
January 22, 2025 at 3:06 AM
As an aside: One of my "fairy tales for teenies" paintings. Acrylic/canvas, 36 x 48 inches. Will be a book once I have a dozen. Currently have 9. #kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #scbwi
Initial idea on the size of a Scarynurch relative to a ghost, in which it nests to restore the scariness lost by having been laundered.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 21, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Initial idea on the size of a Scarynurch relative to a ghost, in which it nests to restore the scariness lost by having been laundered.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
The final Scarynurch (Gruselnurch in German) character. Kept simple as in most printed pictures it will be very tiny.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 20, 2025 at 10:51 PM
The final Scarynurch (Gruselnurch in German) character. Kept simple as in most printed pictures it will be very tiny.
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
#kidlit #childrensbook #childrensbooks #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
First sketch of a Scarynurch (Gruselnurch in German). Can be invited to nist under the cloth of ghosts to restore their scariness, if lost by having been laundered. #kidlit #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi
January 20, 2025 at 2:28 PM
First sketch of a Scarynurch (Gruselnurch in German). Can be invited to nist under the cloth of ghosts to restore their scariness, if lost by having been laundered. #kidlit #picturebook #kinderbuch #bilderbuch #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #kidlitillustration #kidlitartpostcard #scbwi