In this project, we used an editorial medium to call for respect, acceptance and equality. We covered a sensitive topic with tenderness and subtlety to engage readers to accept reality with the sweetness and ingenuity of a child.
Throughout this story, the author Maria Duran tells us with tenderness and simplicity how human relationships are built and the importance of seeing beyond our differences. Together with Make a Wish Southern Nevada and The Writers Block , at only 17 years old Maria published her first book and as a studio, we were the lucky ones to be part of this experience.
Book design / Illustration / Cover
Our process intends to give shape to Maria’s story through illustration. Creating images full of movement, intimacy and aesthetics. We try to portray the scenes with great detail in everyday objects, color and compositions. Creating magical spaces that in the story become a bridge for friendship to occur.
We believe that illustration is such a beautiful tool, not only for children but for everyone, old people and adults as well.
Several style proposals were made to define the aesthetics of the characters. These turned out to be expressive, with vivid tones and a magical atmosphere. We included fantasy elements so that the narrative feels like a playground and the scenery takes the readers mind for a fun ride. In each illustration we wanted to convey the inner world of a child and the spontaneous ability to imagine a dragon just by looking at a cat, or to make friends with another person in the blink of an eye. pictures.
Protecting their home is fundamental not only to their own survival, but to that of humanity.
