Joyful swarms of Fairies and Mermaids will descend upon Sedona in December, accompanying their friend Patricia Saxton, author / illustrator of The Book of Mermaids and A Book of Fairies – the first two books in a trilogy of children’s books about mystical creatures.
Saxton, a New Jersey based designer, painter, author and illustrator, will exhibit art from her books, greet readers and sign books at Sedona’s Andrea Smith Gallery on Friday, December 4 from 5-8pm, and Saturday, December 5 from 12-4pm.
This will be the first time that MS Saxton will be coordinating an exhibition of her new pieces of art along with the signing of her best selling books. Each 14 x 14” gicle`e limited edition print will be numbered, and hand signed with a drawing next to signature. This will be a unique collectors event for children as well as adults.
The Book of Mermaids, an imaginative, delicious plunge into the cherished myth and magic of mermaids, has been called "The quintessential encyclopedia of Mermaidology… describing and depicting where they swim, how they play, what's hot and what's not in the magical, captivating world of mermaid culture." The McCafferty Library in Vienna, Austria says “For any girl who knows in her heart that mermaids simply and surely must exist, The Book of Mermaids is a must have…”
The Midwest Book Review calls her new release, A Book of Fairies, "...a fantastic children's picture book... sure to bring joy not only to young readers, but also to adults who still believe in fairies!". An illustrated handbook for finding, understanding and pleasing fairies, fairy followers young and old will cherish and delight in its Fairy Secrets. The Westfield Leader says “A Book of Fairies is so beautifully orchestrated that it is difficult to discern what is more captivating – the text or the illustrations.”
While the books appeal to adults as well as children, both books, published by Shenanigan Books, are geared towards the 6-11 year-old age group.
In addition to the art and books, Patricia has created a companion toy for The Book of Mermaids – the Magnetic Mermaid Dress-up game. A huge hit with younger kids. the game comes packaged in an attractive, high quality tin box – and parents love it because the magnetic pieces stay put, making for a no-muss, no-fuss playtime.
The Friday, December 4 opening reception and book signing from 5-8 pm hosted by the Andrea Smith Gallery, will include horsduers, fairy and mermaid treats, and the musicianship of the artist’s brother, local acoustic guitarist David Saxton. And because fairies love chocolate, chocolate will be served during the artist/author’s visit on Saturday, December 5 between 12 and 4pm.
Saxton, a New Jersey based designer, painter, author and illustrator, will exhibit art from her books, greet readers and sign books at Sedona’s Andrea Smith Gallery on Friday, December 4 from 5-8pm, and Saturday, December 5 from 12-4pm.
This will be the first time that MS Saxton will be coordinating an exhibition of her new pieces of art along with the signing of her best selling books. Each 14 x 14” gicle`e limited edition print will be numbered, and hand signed with a drawing next to signature. This will be a unique collectors event for children as well as adults.
The Book of Mermaids, an imaginative, delicious plunge into the cherished myth and magic of mermaids, has been called "The quintessential encyclopedia of Mermaidology… describing and depicting where they swim, how they play, what's hot and what's not in the magical, captivating world of mermaid culture." The McCafferty Library in Vienna, Austria says “For any girl who knows in her heart that mermaids simply and surely must exist, The Book of Mermaids is a must have…”
The Midwest Book Review calls her new release, A Book of Fairies, "...a fantastic children's picture book... sure to bring joy not only to young readers, but also to adults who still believe in fairies!". An illustrated handbook for finding, understanding and pleasing fairies, fairy followers young and old will cherish and delight in its Fairy Secrets. The Westfield Leader says “A Book of Fairies is so beautifully orchestrated that it is difficult to discern what is more captivating – the text or the illustrations.”
While the books appeal to adults as well as children, both books, published by Shenanigan Books, are geared towards the 6-11 year-old age group.
In addition to the art and books, Patricia has created a companion toy for The Book of Mermaids – the Magnetic Mermaid Dress-up game. A huge hit with younger kids. the game comes packaged in an attractive, high quality tin box – and parents love it because the magnetic pieces stay put, making for a no-muss, no-fuss playtime.
The Friday, December 4 opening reception and book signing from 5-8 pm hosted by the Andrea Smith Gallery, will include horsduers, fairy and mermaid treats, and the musicianship of the artist’s brother, local acoustic guitarist David Saxton. And because fairies love chocolate, chocolate will be served during the artist/author’s visit on Saturday, December 5 between 12 and 4pm.
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