ABOUT SHIRLEY WAISMAN
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HELLO :)
I am an illustrator, live and work in a small house, surrounded by trees and flowers, with a lovely husband, three energetic boys, amazing grandfather and a dog called Sofi.
I grew up in Israel, drawing and painting as long as I can remember.
After the army, I went to the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design,
where I earned a B.A in visual communication.
For a while after, I worked as a TV game designer and Illustrator.
Then, I was awarded a Research Scholarship in Japan for two years.
It was while living in Japan that I discovered the wonderful world of Illustrating children books.
When I returned to Israel, I started working as an illustrator and graphic designer.
I have illustrated more than 50 books for children.
ARTIST STATEMENT
I love what I do, and I think it is the best work I could ask for.
When I see kids reading my books, smiling, it is the biggest reword ever.
I usually draw with pencils and color on the computer, but if I have the chance,
I love to try new technics; ink or pastels or even markers…
I always think about the most interesting way to describe the scene with humor.
If I laugh and enjoy while illustrating, it will pass to anyone who sees it.
I also love to add small details or animals like a mouse or a cat that the kids will attach to, and will find new things every time…
