Colors Galore by Charlotte M.

Colors Galore, by Charlotte M.

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Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure is an appreciation of artwork and the poetry and stories a work of art can inspire. We're excited to extend our Inspired by Illustrations series to feature illustrations by young artists who submitted their work to Issue 10: An Ekphrasis Adventure. We hope you will use these illustrations as creative sparks to craft new poems and stories. We encourage you to share your drafts, brainstorms, or reactions to the featured artwork in the comments below.

Thank you to Charlotte M. for sharing her artwork with Little Thoughts Press!

Please enjoy this interview with Charlotte where she shares a bit about her artistic interests, book recommendations and more!

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Charlotte M. is 9 years old and enjoys being creative in everything, especially drawing and painting.

Our Ekphrasis Adventure issue is about using visual art as inspiration for poetry and storytelling. Can you tell us about the inspiration behind your illustration? What made you choose this subject? What story do you imagine your artwork is telling?

When I was little, I loved to draw and use my imagination with everything. When I put these colors on a page, I ended up seeing a woman in the art. Colors can make anything you imagine - I think the story my artwork is telling is don’t be afraid to take a chance on throwing colors on a paper and seeing what happens.

What is your favorite thing to draw? How does creating art make you feel?

I like drawing portraits of myself and my future style. It helps me to relax when I have big feelings.

Do you have a favorite artist, or a picture book, comic, or graphic novel that you love and want to shout out?

I love the illustrations in The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels, and Dork Diaries.

What is your favorite topic to study in school?

History, art, and writing.

What is the most interesting thing you recently learned?

I learned that airplanes can’t fly into space because there is no air in space. 

What book are you currently reading or read most recently? Would you recommend this book to other readers?

Dork Diaries and The Baby-Sitters Club - I would recommend both!