CBIG exhibit at Banfill Locke

Illustration by CBIG artist Shawn McCann

Starting this Tuesday November 15, 2011, members of Minnesota CBIG will be exhibiting their work at the Banfill Locke until Dec. 17th.  As part of Banfill Locke's "Gifts for all seasons" holiday showcase, you will be able to view not only CBIG's wonderful illustrations, but also purchase gifts for loved ones this holiday season!  Stop on by and check it out.  Details are below

"Gifts for all Seasons" holiday show featuring members of MN CBIG


November 15-Dec 17, 2011
Banfill Locke
6666 East River Road
Fridley, MN 55432

Phone: 763-574-1850
Hours: 10am-4pm

Reception:  Saturday Nov. 26th, 2011 from 4-6pm
                 

Summer workshop with CBIG member Shawn McCann-Portfolio preparation

Hello Everyone.  I hope your summers are off to a great start so far.  I wanted to let you know about a workshop upcoming that I will be co-teaching with Andy Hueller this coming weekend in Eden Prairie, MN in conjunction with the Minnesota Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.  The info is as follows and hope to see you there!

Everything You Wanted to Know About Portfolio and Manuscript Prep (But Were Afraid to Ask)
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2011

Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Place: Star Bank Community Meeting Room, 250 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Fee: $25 members, $35 non-members. Registration will be at the door and includes light refreshments.

The National SCBWI Summer Conference, Minnesota SCBWI Fall Conference and annual Mentorship program will be here before you know it, so it’s time to get those manuscripts and portfolios ready! Featuring presentations by author and writing instructor Andy Hueller and illustrator Shawn McCann, learn how to properly format your manuscript and illustrations. Attendees will have the opportunity to present their manuscripts or portfolios for an informal critique. This workshop is excellent for beginners and those looking to refine their work.

For more information, please download the flyer here