Writing can be a lonely pursuit. The same can be said for Illustrating. Part of the job description for each is to sit alone and thoughtfully compose. But no artist should be an island.
Together, we can support, uplift, encourage, and inspire each other. We can seek and give guidance, share knowledge, and commiserate on all the experiences we, as creatives, share. And most importantly, we can join forces to bring awareness to artisans throughout the Temecula Valley. Together, we're stronger. Join us to find out why.
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The collaborative process between art and writing.
Larissa is a former animation artist and has illustrated over a dozen picture books. She is the co-author and illustrator of Blake Laser, a science fiction graphic novel about a family vacation through the cosmos that turns into a fight for all humankind. Larissa has taught art and comics to thousands of children, teens and adults all over the world through her educational company OC Art Studios. She spends most of her time teaching art at colleges and universities in Orange County and currently works as a Disney Fine artist. Her work can be seen in galleries at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts.
Her favorite color is yellow because it’s the color of joy and she loves to share that joy of connection with warm hugs. She meditates and practices yoga to keep her busy mind at bay and enjoys journaling every morning while drinking green tea. She also loves to dance but no one should ever hear her sing.
https://larissapaints.com/index.html
Join us at 11 for the speaker with networking and informative breakouts to follow.
Temecula City Hall Conference Center
41000 Main St.
Temecula, CA 92590
No matter the focus of your creative efforts, you'll find a group here that shares your passion and supports your journey. Explore the sections below to learn more about each program, including meeting times, leadership, and how to get involved.
Your stories have been conceived, and your final products have been submitted! Now our panel is busy at work selecting which tales will be told in the newest anthology published by Temecula Valley Writers and Illustrators.
Thank you all for your amazing creativity, your hard work, and your patience as the rest of the hard work gets done.
Photograph by Leslie Knowles
