Crayola has launched a new line of adult coloring books for their All Grown Up series. I'm one of the artists involved in this project. Not only did I get credit for illustrating this book, I also got my photo printed on the back cover! The whole thing came as a surprise to me, when halfway through designing this book I was asked if I would like to have my photo and bio included on it. Of course I said, "Yes!" In a world where AI art is saturating people's social media feed, it's great to see that Crayola truly appreciates the artists and designers who work so hard to put high-quality products on store shelves.

There are several books in this series, all illustrated and designed by different artists. My book is called Stay Hydrated and features 32 unique beverage‑inspired illustrations. The book also includes a QR code linked to artist interviews and creative coloring tips.

Each page is printed on premium 80# paper, making it ideal for use with alcohol markers. It's a very high-quality book and even includes a protective blotting sheet to reduce bleed‑through. The alcohol-based markers have fine and bold dual tips plus a clear marker for blending. 

​You can read my Featured Artist Interview HERE.

Check out the full product line of Dual-Tip Alcohol-Based Markers and Adult Coloring Books and meet the artists who helped create these coloring books at Crayola All Grown Up.

​As of this writing, the Stay Hydrated book is available on Amazon, and I believe that very soon it will be in Wal-Mart, possibly in a deluxe package teamed with markers.

What does Santa do when he's not getting ready for Christmas? Why, he's finally getting some well deserved time off! And it's not just Santa who needs a break! His elves and reindeer have tagged along for all the fun! Check out all the wacky hijinks as they ride the wild surf, sing karaoke, play basketball, and party in a hot tub! You never know what will happen next!

Famous Illustrators of the Golden Age Coloring Portfolio: American Edition 1898-1927
40 single-sided coloring pages inspired by classic paintings from the Golden Age of Illustration.
​$9.99 at Amazon & Barnes & Noble
​$7.99 at IngramSpark

This coloring book is a project I have wanted to do for many years, given my respect for these early illustrators of the Golden Age. Not only were these illustrators amazing artists, they were also fascinating people. That's why I researched and included biographies for all of them. I want people to be inspired and say, "Wow! I really like these illustrations by Maxfield Parrish. I need to see more of his art and read more about him." This book is for adult coloring book enthusiasts and art appreciators as well as young adults.

For me, the book is more than just line art reproductions of classic paintings. I wanted to artistically interpret these 40 illustrations into richly-detailed coloring pages, while at the same time making them look as though the the line art came from my hand---much in the same way the final colored pages will look as though they came from your hand.

Here's a PDF color reference guide for each page, for those of you who want to see the original paintings.

Below is a flip-through look at the book.

​This beautifully detailed coloring book features 40 single-sided coloring pages inspired by classic paintings from the Golden Age of Illustration. The artwork ranges from simple to complex with multiple themes including: fantasy, romance, adventure, portraiture, historical, and advertising. Plus an introduction to the Golden Age of Illustration with biographies that tell the stories of these amazing illustrators.

The Golden Age of Illustration is a period in time in America from the 1880s–1920s when paintings and drawings adorned the covers of magazines and appeared on posters and advertisements. These illustrations were created by highly talented artists, many in their youth and just starting careers in art. Many of these illustrators became household names and lived lifestyles of fame and fortune not dissimilar to modern day movie or music stars. It was an exciting and imaginative time in history with influences that are felt to this day. So, peel back your crayons, sharpen your colored pencils, and take a journey back to the Golden Age of Illustration to create your own timeless masterpieces!

Coloring page adaptions from artwork by:

• Edwin Austin Abbey
• Will H. Bradley
• Harrison Fisher
• James Montgomery Flagg
• John Held Jr.
• J. C. Leyendecker
• Neysa McMein
• Maxfield Parrish
• Edward Penfield
• Coles Phillips
• Howard Pyle
• Ethel Reed
• Norman Rockwell
• Elizabeth Shippen Green
• Sarah Stilwell Weber
• Jessie Willcox Smith
• N. C. Wyeth