OWLS

More than 30 fanciful full-page illustrations depict the wisest of birds in lush, tapestry-like settings.

Covered with flowers, paisleys, and other fun-to-color patterns, these adorable owls are posed against vivid backgrounds brimming with intricate designs. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Owls and other Creative Haven® coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Author and artist, Marjorie Sarnat, is co-founder and Director of Content Development of Jr Imagination, a publisher dedicated to growing the creative potential in children. She's also an award-winning painter and mixed media artist whose works are in collections worldwide. Born and raised in Chicago, Marjorie is an alumna of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and earned a BFA degree from Eastern Michigan University. She also studied with noted painter Joe Abbrescia for whom she taught art in his acclaimed Chicago art school. Marjorie's Kleo Kats and Hidden Treasures series are a synthesis of her love for painting from life and her passion for color and texture. This focus led Marjorie to an early career in textile design, and her love for traditional drawing later led her to a prominent career designing collectibles and crafts for major manufacturers, including the Project Runway® Designer Dolls branded by the hit TV show. Her delightful illustrations are published in activity books for children, and as a fine art painter she has exhibited in art shows and galleries, winning numerous awards for her work. Marjorie has maintained a lifelong passion about creative thinking and the creative process. She received her Certificate of Training for "Putting Ideas into Action" from the International Center for Studies in Creativity from Buffalo State University, N.Y. She has a unique understanding of the subject academically and artistically, and by way of her experience in product development. Marjorie lives in Southern California with her husband, daughter, son, two dogs, and her extensive antique book collection.