Press Release

This appeared in some local papers over the last few days along with this photo...

MEDIA RELEASE:

Northern Rivers artist and author, Chrissy Butler, is set to launch a special new children’s book; ‘The Wonderful Place’ during International Breastfeeding Week (1st – 7th August).

This eco aware picture book is a delight filled look at the joys of full term breastfeeding. Featuring luscious images of breastfeeding moments and the musings of a toddler, this book sends a positive message to families about breastfeeding.

“Author Chrissy Butler has gifted us with what is probably the BEST homebirth book for families." – The Mother Magazine

Following the success of her first book ‘My Brother Jimi Jazz’ which is about her family’s experience of homebirth, Chrissy has created all of the images for The Trust Birth Conference held in California. She says: “All aspects of my motherhood journey have greatly inspired my artwork.” Chrissy continues to gather inspiration from her daily life, recently designing the artwork for International Midwives Day. Her painting featured on the cover of Australian Midwifery News and is connected with midwifery globally.

“The Wonderful Place” is printed onto 100% post consumer re-cycled paper is reinforcing the message of sustainability not only of breastfeeding but printing as well. Chrissy Butler has grown up in the Alsontville area, now living near Murwillumbah and is pleased to support local printers and retail outlets.

“Chrissy’s illustrations are magic in themselves” - Australian Midwifery News

Chrissy is excited to share another book which advocates peaceful parenting: “My hope is that this book will help spread a joyous message about full term breastfeeding.” Look out for Chrissy Butler appearing at local retail outlets for book readings and signing in the coming weeks.

For more information visit WWW.ChrissyButler.com

Printing Proof

I have just seen the printers proof of 'The Wonderful Place' and feel very EXCITED!!!! I am really happy with the result. I made the decision to print locally when I was researching layout and design.

I visited The Murwillumbah Print Spot to get some information on file formatting for print and left with a very reasonable quote for printng 'The Wonderful Place'. They are lovely helpful people and embraced my idea of 100% post consumer recycled paper even thought they had not used it before. Hopefully it will be the begining of eco friendly printing for them:)

They are ready to set the press up this afternoon and are just waiting for my paper to arrive.

On the home front my little loves are recovering well from being quite ill with Whooping Cough. JJ has been very creative and cheeky..... Bug ahs been helpful and gentle.

Website update

My web page has now been updated to take 'Wonderful Place' orders.
http://www.chrissybutler.com/

Pre-release ordering

I am hoping to have all orders coming through my website very soon. In the interim we can do it this way.

Send an email to mailto:sales@chrissybutler.com with your name, address and method you would like to pay by. I can accept credit card or direct bank deposits. If you choose to pay by credit card I can then email you a money request from paypal. If you choose to pay by direct bank depoit I will email you my account details. When your payment is received I will email your paid invoice and confirm delivery address. As soon as the books are released I will post them to you!

It is looking like my littles have Whooping Cough so I will be keeping close to home for the next couple of weeks.

Book Orders and layout

I have been getting a few pre-release orders which is WONDERFUL :) If you are ordering from overseas please let me know. I will need to charge $26 for orders outside Australia.

I am working with a home schooled teen, Roxy Coppen, on the layout. She has a great energy and it is a delight to have her enthusiasm and creative input on board.

About The Wonderful Place

The Wonderful Place is a picture book which celebrates the joys of toddler breastfeeding, seen through the eyes of 3 year old Jimi Jazz. The artwork is ink, water colour and collage on paper. Prints can be ordered of any of the artwork, please contact me at sales@chrissybutler.com for more information about prints or orginal artwork from the book.

Ready for pre-release orders!!!

I am all ready to birth this baby of a book. I have finished the artwork and the text has been edited by my lovely friend Belinda Moore. A very special friend, Roxy is working on the layout with me which I am very excited about. The printer is ready http://www.blackrainbow.com.au/ with some beautful post consumer recycled paper. The Wondeful Place will be 150mm x 210mm - Finished size portrait. I am ready to take pre-print orders through emailing me at sales@chrissybutler.com.

The Wonderful Place will be released in the first week of August to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week. The pre-print price will be $22 including postage and handling.

To order a signed copy and to recieve thi special pre print price you can email me at sales@chrissybutler.com :)

Please feel free to contact me for more information or to leave a comment.

Found a printing option!

My dear friend Mel has sourced a printer who provides environmental responsible printing for a remotely affordable cost.

http://www.blackrainbow.com.au/

and here is another finished illustration.

Another Wonderful Place

The title, The Wonderful Place, is also my working title for the picture book I am working on. This book is a celebration of breastfeeding - seen through the eyes of a 3 year old boy :) I am hoping to print on recycled paper and release it in August. I am to be seen at my desk, drawing until late into the night drinking the brush rinse water intead of my drinking water.