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Contact: Laurie McGaw, Illustrator
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BEST-SELLING ILLUSTRATOR LAURIE McGAW OFFERS ART FOR LICENSING
Shelburne, Ontario, Canada (May 25, 2006) --For the first time, award-winning illustrator and portrait artist Laurie McGaw is offering her art for licensing. Of the 13 books she has illustrated, many have become bestsellers: Polar The Titanic Bear has sold over 683,000 copies to date, in 5 languages. Polar The Titanic Bear
is the true story of a young boy and his toy bear who survived the Titanic.
Laurie’s beautiful, evocative watercolors, in perfect period style, captivate
young and old alike. Polar, in his sailor jacket, seen traveling with his
companion Douglas in various countries, has become a popular and lovable
character with millions of readers around the world. In the New York Times Book Review (Nov.14,
2005), Laurie’s illustrations for African Princess: The Amazing Lives of
Africa’s Royal Women were described as “stunning.” These oil
portraits help to bring the biographies of some of Africa’s royal women
throughout history to life. The African American reviewer wrote: “My
8-year-old was enthralled by the…lives of the women profiled in this
extraordinary new book.” To Be A Princess: The Fascinating Lives of
Real Princesses (2001) has been very successful, with over 100,000 copies sold to date.
The stories of 12 real princesses reveal to us what life is like behind the
palace walls. These richly detailed oil paintings of the young princesses who
would become famous monarchs appeal to women, children, and royalty fans of all
ages. The portraits include England’s Queens Elizabeth I, Victoria, and
Elizabeth II. Two notable books Laurie has illustrated
depict Jewish themes: Avram’s Gift (2003) featuring “exquisite
watercolor illustrations” (Canadian Jewish News) and Journey To
Ellis Island (1998). Filled with historical images, as well as those of
modern-day family celebrations, these books provide a source for charming scenes
of Jewish life. Something To Remember Me By (1997)
is about memories and love across the generations: it has won 6 major book
awards, including the Benjamin Franklin Award, and has sold
350,000 copies to date. The story that inspired The Illustrated Father Goose (1995)
was made into a major Hollywood motion picture starring Jeff Daniels and
Anna Paquin: Fly Away Home. Over a career that spans nearly three decades,
Laurie has become noted for the sense of timelessness and warmth she brings to
her work. Many well-known figures have been the subjects of her portraiture,
such as jazz pianist Oscar Peterson and director Norman Jewison.
Whether for commissioned works, historical paintings, or illustrated books,
Laurie’s love is painting people. Many of these classic images are now
available for licensing. For more information, contact Laurie McGaw
through her website at www.lauriemcgaw.com
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