Award-Winning Illustrator Marc Majewski on Painting with Joy and Freedom
By
Garrick Webster
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Summary
Award-winning illustrator Marc Majewski emphasizes the importance of painting with joy and freedom to infuse life into art. Breaking away from classical art training led to his unique style and success, including winning the Best Illustrated Children's Book award in 2024.
Key quotes
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"In 2024, he won the Best Illustrated Children's Book award from The New York Times and the New York Public Library for As Edward Imagined."
"Marc grew up in the French Alps, near the border with Switzerland, surrounded by nature and with a great love of traditional picture books."
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