Thursday, January 20, 2011

From "Song for a Giraffe"

Hippo from


I have always enjoyed painting African animals. This hippo is from one of the earliest books I illustrated. The story is lovely and speaks of friendship and trust.  It is a wonderful way to show children and adults that although we are different and have some shortcomings, we are all wonderful individuals in our own way.

3 comments:

Kelly H-Y said...

That is so sweet ... and it's the exact way those hippos can usually be seen!

BLUEANGLER said...

lovely! You know the eyes are so gentle! I love this style!
: )

Juan said...

Excellent illo!!

Have a grat weekend, Ginger!