Books Illustrated

Books Illustrated at Gasworks Arts Park
A new chapter for Books Illustrated

After 15 years, Books Illustrated has relocated from Gasworks Arts Park in Albert Park.

The historic Gatehouse Building was a wonderful home for us for over 15 years. We greatly enjoyed being part of the continuing development of the Gasworks Arts Park.

Over the last few years, as well as the changing exhibitions at Books Illustrated gallery and bookshop, we have curated exhibitions for many Australian regional galleries, conferences, festivals and international book fairs, particularly in Asia. Invitations for us to do this have been increasing and we decided to follow these opportunities to promote Australian picture books and their creators to a wider audience.

To enable us to do this, we have changed our program and venue – moving to smaller premises where we can focus on planning these exhibitions and be more flexible to travel.
Original illustrations and limited edition prints can be viewed and purchased at Books Illustrated's new gallery/showroom at 300 Beaconsfield Parade, Middle Park. We are open by appointment.

Through our website we continue to promote our exhibitions, workshops and activities, as well as sales of original illustrations; limited edition prints; books – including signed and first edition picture books.

We will continue our consultation services and workshops and look forward to participating in seminars and conferences related to our interests and expertise.

Open by appointment: phone - 03 9534 7751 Email: info@booksillustrated.com.au

Directors of Books Illustrated
– The Two Anns!

Ann James and Ann Haddon established Books Illustrated in 1988 as a cottage gallery for children's book illustration. Since then it has grown and moved to a larger, very handsome two storey building at Gaswork Arts Park which houses not only an exhibition space but also a specialist children's bookshop.

Ann James

Ann J was an art teacher and moved into designing and illustrating education publications while establishing herself as a children’s book illustrator.

She represents illustrators on the Committee of Management of The Australian Society of Authors, and she manages The Stylefile – an online showcase of Australian book illustrators.

Ann continues to illustrate books – her most recent is, Ready Set Skip! by Jane O’Connor, published simultaneously in Australia and America.

Other books she has illustrated include, The Penny Pollard series, the Hannah series, The Mermaid’s Tail, The Midnight Gang, The Midnight Feast, Shutting the Chooks In, Little Humpty, and The Way I Love You. You can see some of Ann’s books on our Bookshop page.

Ann Haddon

Ann H was a teacher librarian in primary schools for 18 years – setting up the Junior School Library at Yarra Valley Anglican School before collaborating with Ann James to establish Book Illustrated in 1988.

Together the two Anns have a unique view of the picture book industry, seen from many angles – librarian, bookseller, gallery director, writer and illustrator.

She has been actively involved in the Children's Book Council of Australia for many years, being an executive member and President the Victorian branch. She now has the role of Vice President of the National CBCA Executive for 2007 & 2008.

Getting Published

Books Illustrated provides several services for people needing information about the children's publishing industry.

The Style File Folios

A series of folders display illustrators' sample work to publishers and authors. There is an biannual subscription for style file use which is $50. Ann James manages the on-line style file: www.thestylefile.com.

Seminars

"Getting Published" seminars for adults interested in writing and illustrating children's books are held annually. These seminars include advice about presenting work to publishers, how to choose the right publisher, and introduction to the current market in Australian publishing for children,including information on contracts and copyright.

Workshops

Workshops in illustration techniques for adults and children - including the illustration process.

Folio Consultations

Advice for artists wishing to present their folio to the publishing industry. Advice about presenting work to publishers, how to choose the right publisher for your project, and introduction to the current market in Australian publishing for children. Appointments and consultations are charged at a rate of $66 per hour (includes GST).

Publishing Consultations

Appraisal of ideas and concepts for picture story books, for, and in partnership with, illustrators, writers, publishers, agents and other organisations. Fee is based on project. One hour consultation fee starts at $66 per hour.

If you are interested in being informed about any of the areas of activities associated with Books Illustrated you may register to receive our ‘Books Illustrated News‘ by email or post.

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Books Illustrated at Gasworks Arts Park		A new chapter for Books Illustrated
Books Illustrated at Gasworks Arts Park		After 15 years, Books Illustrated has relocated from Gasworks Arts Park in Albert Park. The historic Gatehouse Building was a wonderful home for us for over 15 years. We greatly enjoyed being part of the continuing development of the Gasworks Arts Park. Over the last few years, as well as the changing exhibitions at Books Illustrated gallery and bookshop, we have curated exhibitions for many Australian regional galleries, conferences, festivals and international book fairs, particularly in Asia. Invitations for us to do this have been increasing and we decided to follow these opportunities to promote Australian picture books and their creators to a wider audience. To enable us to do this, we have changed our program and venue – moving to smaller premises where we can focus on planning these exhibitions and be more flexible to travel. Original illustrations and limited edition prints can be viewed and purchased at Books Illustrated's new gallery/showroom at 300 Beaconsfield Parade, Middle Park. We are open by appointment. Through our website we continue to promote our exhibitions, workshops and activities, as well as sales of original illustrations; limited edition prints; books – including signed and first edition picture books. We will continue our consultation services and workshops and look forward to participating in seminars and conferences related to our interests and expertise. Open by appointment: phone - 03 9534 7751 Email: info@booksillustrated.com.au
		Directors of Books Illustrated – The Two Anns!
		Ann James and Ann Haddon established Books Illustrated in 1988 as a cottage gallery for children's book illustration. Since then it has grown and moved to a larger, very handsome two storey building at Gaswork Arts Park which houses not only an exhibition space but also a specialist children's bookshop.

		Ann James Ann J was an art teacher and moved into designing and illustrating education publications while establishing herself as a children’s book illustrator. She represents illustrators on the Committee of Management of The Australian Society of Authors, and she manages The Stylefile – an online showcase of Australian book illustrators. Ann continues to illustrate books – her most recent is, Ready Set Skip! by Jane O’Connor, published simultaneously in Australia and America. Other books she has illustrated include, The Penny Pollard series, the Hannah series, The Mermaid’s Tail, The Midnight Gang, The Midnight Feast, Shutting the Chooks In, Little Humpty, and The Way I Love You. You can see some of Ann’s books on our Bookshop page.

		Ann Haddon Ann H was a teacher librarian in primary schools for 18 years – setting up the Junior School Library at Yarra Valley Anglican School before collaborating with Ann James to establish Book Illustrated in 1988. Together the two Anns have a unique view of the picture book industry, seen from many angles – librarian, bookseller, gallery director, writer and illustrator. She has been actively involved in the Children's Book Council of Australia for many years, being an executive member and President the Victorian branch. She now has the role of Vice President of the National CBCA Executive for 2007 & 2008.
		Getting Published
		Books Illustrated provides several services for people needing information about the children's publishing industry. The Style File Folios A series of folders display illustrators' sample work to publishers and authors. There is an biannual subscription for style file use which is $50. Ann James manages the on-line style file: www.thestylefile.com. Seminars "Getting Published" seminars for adults interested in writing and illustrating children's books are held annually. These seminars include advice about presenting work to publishers, how to choose the right publisher, and introduction to the current market in Australian publishing for children,including information on contracts and copyright. Workshops Workshops in illustration techniques for adults and children - including the illustration process. Folio Consultations Advice for artists wishing to present their folio to the publishing industry. Advice about presenting work to publishers, how to choose the right publisher for your project, and introduction to the current market in Australian publishing for children. Appointments and consultations are charged at a rate of $66 per hour (includes GST). Publishing Consultations Appraisal of ideas and concepts for picture story books, for, and in partnership with, illustrators, writers, publishers, agents and other organisations. Fee is based on project. One hour consultation fee starts at $66 per hour.

If you are interested in being informed about any of the areas of activities associated with Books Illustrated you may register to receive our ‘Books Illustrated News‘ by email or post. Go to top of Page