Showing posts with label Johanna Basford. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Johanna Basford. Show all posts

Sunday, August 7, 2016

Magical Jungle by Johanna Basford


MAGICAL JUNGLE: An Inky Expedition and Coloring Book for Adults by Johanna Basford
◊ Paperback: 88 pages
◊ Genre: Crafts, Games, Coloring Books for Grown-Ups
◊ Publisher: Penguin Books: Clr Csm edition (Aug. 9, 2016)
◊ Language: English
◊ ISBN-10: 0143109006
◊ ISBN-13: 978-0143109006

SYNOPSIS:

          From the internationally bestselling creator of Lost Ocean comes a beautiful new adult coloring book that takes you on a wondrous expedition through the jungle.
 
Follow ink evangelist Johanna Basford down an inky trail through the Magical Jungle and discover a forgotten world of flora and fauna just waiting to be colored in this new coloring book for adults. Through intricate pen and ink illustrations, color-inners of all ages are invited to explore an exotic rainforest teeming with creatures large and small. Encounter speckled tree frogs and dainty hummingbirds, prowling tigers and playful monkeys. Let your imagination run wild in the leafy treetop canopy or find yourself drawn to the delicate world of sensational blossoms and tropical plants below.

“The colorists have a queen, and her name is Johanna Basford.” —New York Magazine

“Consider trading in your yoga mat for a set of markers and peruse the gorgeous gardens of Basford’s imagination.” —The Huffington Post

As adult coloring books explode onto the market, I’m amazed at the exquisite details some of these books contain.

Illustrator Johanna Basford has one such book with her soon-to-be released MAGICAL JUNGLE: An Inky Expedition and Coloring Book for Adults. The intricate pen and ink illustrations are a work of beauty before color is ever added.

Basford takes colorists on a fascinating adventure through an exotic rainforest. There’s not just flora and fauna waiting to be brought it life with color, but also numerous animals of all shapes and sizes. In fact, Basford lists just what types of animals and how many of each are hidden throughout the pages for you to find. In addition, there’s a brief introduction and several tips for making the journey a fun coloring experience.

Colorists can let their imagination run wild as they explore this tropical paradise. The beautiful drawings will have you stopping to admire the overall whimsical effect. This book is a great way to lose yourself for a few hours (or longer) and relax letting your creative side take over.

Basford, dubbed ‘the reigning queen of coloring’ by the New York Times, definitely lives up to her title with her forthcoming release. MAGICAL JUNGLE is a magical experience for all ages.

Magical Jungle: An Inky Expedition and Coloring Book for Adults by Johanna Basford, Penguin Books: Clr Csm edition, @2016, ISBN: 978-0143109006, Paperback, 88 Pages

FTC Full Disclosure – A copy of this book was sent to me by the publisher in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review. The thoughts are completely my own and given honestly and freely.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Have you tried your hand at an adult coloring book yet? If so, does it bring back memories of your childhood? Have you found a favorite coloring book yet?

Friday, March 4, 2016

Cover Reveal for Magical Jungle by Johanna Basford


With the new crazy that’s going on right now, I’m thrilled to be a part of Penguin Books’ cover reveal for #1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Basford’s newest coloring book for adults, MAGICAL JUNGLE: An Inky Expedition & Coloring Book

Johanna released the final jacket art exclusively through her Facebook page. With over 16 million copies of her books sold worldwide, fans are showing their enthusiasm for even more from Johanna. She received over 4,000 likes in less than two hours!

Fans and newcomers alike will follow Johanna, the undisputed Queen of adult coloring books, down an inky trail through MAGICAL JUNGLE’s intricate pen and ink illustrations. Color-inners of all ages are invited to explore an exotic rainforest teeming with creatures large and small. Let your imagination run wild in the leafy treetop canopy or find yourself drawn to the delicate world of sensational blossoms and tropical plants below.

MAGICAL JUNGLE: An Inky Expedition & Coloring Book by Johanna Basford (Penguin Books, On-sale: August 9, 2016, 9780143109006; $16.95).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Illustrator Johanna Basford
Johanna Basford is a renowned illustrator and ink evangelist who prefers pens and pencils to pixels. Her intricate, hand-drawn illustrations have sold more than 16 million copies worldwide, and are loved by those who have colored in (sometimes more than once) her previous bestselling books Lost Ocean (1.9 million in print of the US and UK editions / sold in 32 territories), Secret Garden (11 million published in 40 territories), and Enchanted Forest (4.2 million published in 35 territories). 

Johanna is a graduate of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design in Dundee. She likes sugar mice, floral teacups, peonies, and bumblebees. 

Her website is www.johannabasford.com, Instagram @JohannaBasford, Twitter @JohannaBasford.

Thanks for stopping by today. Doesn’t the cover just draw you in? Have you tried your hand at an adult coloring book yet?