Party of One Paperback by Elizabeth Haidle

Product Details

• Publisher: Fantagraphics (2022-03-15)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 126 pages
• ISBN-13: 9781683965398
• Item Weight: 368.55 grams
• Dimensions: 0.0 x 0.0 x 0.0 cm

Offering keen and thoughtful insight into the creative process, this collection of lush figurative watercolor drawings is a  fascinating glimpse into the whimsical mind of one of the most imaginative illustrators working today.

For the past five plus years, Portland-based artist Elizabeth Haidle has attended figure drawing sessions and honed her illustration skills. Party of One gathers together a medley of her most dazzling watercolor creations from this period. Delightful to look at, these lushly painted drawings also uncover the nuances of expression and gesture and evoke the personalities behind the poses.  In addition to the gorgeous art, this collection offers insights into the creative process. Each tableaux of painted figures is accompanied by commentary from the artist herself — fresh, philosophical, funny, thought provoking, and brief — like the musings of David Shrigley. 

About the Author

Elizabeth Haidle lives in Portland, Oregon, and specializes in nonfiction comics. She is the art & editorial director at Illustoria magazine. Her illustrations have appeared in graphic novels, picture books, and magazines such as The Nib and The New Yorker. Recent projects include an illustrated Tarot for All Ages deck, published by Lawrence King, and luxury pajama sets with Rock Soup. She teaches online and in-person workshops involving experimental comics, figure painting, and personal art practices. Find out more at DocuComix.com & on Instagram @ehaidle