Shapes at the Party: A Book of Shapes by Kat Macleod
By (Author) Kat Macleod
Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
1st January 2021
Australia
Fiction
Early years: size, shapes and patterns
Individual artists, art monographs
Short-listed for Australian Book Designer Awards 2022 (Australia)
Board book
24
Width 145mm, Height 190mm, Spine 12mm
232g
Learn shapes of all sorts as you get ready for the big day: a birthday party! Set up the room with balloons, streamers and a gold star pinata in this Kat Macleod Early Learner. Australian artist Kat Macleod brings her signature design and illustration style to this series of board books for babies and toddlers. Her Early Learner series has playful themes, simple narratives, minimal text and bright illustrations to engage young readers and to delight parents and carers. These chunky little books are beautiful and practical, sturdy enough for small, inquisitive hands, and the perfect gift for little ones. 'I've always been passionate about encouraging creativity and imaginative play with my sons, and am endlessly inspired by their art and the way they see the world,' explains Kat. 'I'm thrilled to imagine children absorbed in my colourful illustrations while beginning their learning journey.' Other titles in the series include: ABC Fruit Salad 123 Under the Sea Colours in the Garden
Kat Macleod is a Melbourne-based illustrator, designer and exhibiting artist. Her instantly recognisable illustrations feature botanical forms, a balance of bold and delicate line work, bright colours and collaged textures. She is endlessly inspired by nature, fashion and textiles, and the drawings of her three young boys. Kat's illustrations have appeared in a number of magazines including Vogue China, Numero Tokyo, Delicious Magazine and Vogue Entertaining + Travel. Working across a range of commercial and fine art projects, her client list features Heide Museum of Modern Art, Tiffany & Co., The Australian Ballet, Myer and Bonds. She has also illustrated several local and internationally released books: Bird, The Cocktail, Sequins & Sequence and Michi Girl's Like I Give a Frock, What on Earth Are You Wearing and Le Shop Guide. Kat has had five solo exhibitions over the past decade, and a loyal following of collectors.