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STEVEN SALERNO: BOOM!

February 11, 2013

Steven Salerno’s latest picture book project, for Disney/Hyperion, is “BOOM!” the story of a feisty little dog named Rosie who is not afraid of anything in her cozy life... except thunder! 

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“BOOM!” is not scheduled for publication until later this year, but Steven generously shared a look at the development of the Rosie character, from early concept to fully realized protagonist.

Initial concept doodles and notes directly on story manuscript:

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Multiple studies of Rosie:

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Rosie, refined, in color:

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The action is sketched out in storyboard:

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And fine-tuned again and again:

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See more process and previews of “BOOM!” on Steven Salernos’ blog.

Tags: Steven Salerno, Book, Character Design, Children's Book

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