Illustrator Spotlight: Tony Neal
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© Tony Neal |
Oct. 8, 2021
We are pleased to feature illustrator Tony Neal and his recent picture book THEY'RE SO FLAMBOYANT, written by Michael Genhart (Magination Press) coming out on Oct. 19. Enter to win a copy!
Tell us about yourself and how you came to illustrate for children.
Hello my name is Tony Neal. I love to make pictures and have been illustrating children’s books for around six years now. I’m currently living in south Leicestershire England with my lovely partner Laura, our little girl Olive, and Poppy the cat. I’ve always enjoyed art and drawing since a kid. Pursuing this has lead me to a career in children’s book illustration.
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Flamboyant character design © Tony Neal |
Congrats on your forthcoming picture book, They're So Flamboyant! Tell us about the story and how you approached the project.
Thanks! The story is about a flamboyance of flamingos that enter a new neighbourhood. Some of the resident birds are quick to form first impressions and are not very welcoming. But later on in the story their attitudes warm and become positive towards their new neighbours after getting to know them better.
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© Tony Neal |
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© Tony Neal |
I approached the project by reading through it many times first! I try to visualize the spreads, characters and even their voices in my head, quickly sketching them out and with a bit of imagination thing develop from there.
Who or what inspires you? What is your favorite illustration medium and process?
I think everyday life inspires me. I’m a big fan of Disney and Pixar, I really enjoy there art and fun characters. It’s a big arty influence for me.
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Flamboyant character design © Tony Neal |
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© Tony Neal |
My illustration process is done on the computer using a pen and tablet. I find it efficient and flexible.
Process wise, I would usually start with character design, then next quickly sketch out the spreads. Finally working up to the colour final art.
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© Tony Neal |
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© Tony Neal |
What projects are you working on now?
I’m currently working on a fun book called The Pirates on the Bus. It's a sing-along type of story.
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cover sketch © Tony Neal |
What is one thing most people don't know about you?
I’m also a bit of a musician, love to play the guitar
Where can people find you online?
Follow me @tonynealart on social media or www.tonyneal.co.uk
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Tony Neal is an illustrator from south Leicestershire England UK, his passion for art and illustration has lead him to a blooming career in children’s book illustration. He loves to create charming characters in whimsical scenes and tell stories with his pictures.
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love to read this book with my son!!
ReplyDeleteThe flamingos and all the other birds look very fun!
ReplyDeleteI NEED to know more about all of the characters....this book look SUPERDUPERFABULOUS!!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, fun illustrations. Super congrats on the book!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your bright and fun artwork and can see the Disney and Pixar influence.
ReplyDeleteAdorable artwork
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Tony! This looks so fun! It reminds me of the ladies across the hall from me at work - they're always having fun and are so outgoing. The rest of us are boring and grumpy! haha! Can't wait to read this!
ReplyDeleteI could look at these illustrations all day! So fun. Cant wait to see this book.
ReplyDeleteMy granddaughters will love this. It looks like it will be so fun to read.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun sounding book. and great illustrations. With such bright colors and an interesting story all kids will love this book.
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ReplyDeleteI love all the bird illustrations! And the bright colors. Wonderful!
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