CLEAN : Children's illustrator Quentin Blake on secret of his success

The video discusses a project involving first edition books with new jackets by contemporary illustrators, aiming to highlight illustration and support young artists. It explores the nature of inspiration, emphasizing that it often arises during the drawing process. The speaker shares personal influences from French illustrators, noting the balance between spontaneity and careful planning in their work.

What is the main goal of recovering first editions with new jackets?

• To increase the value of the books

• To sell more copies of the books

• To focus attention on illustration and support young illustrators

• To preserve the original artwork

According to the speaker, when does inspiration typically occur?

• Before starting to draw

• While drawing

• After completing a drawing

• When looking at other artworks

What advice does the speaker give to aspiring artists?

• Wait for inspiration before starting

• Draw a lot and start drawing to get inspired

• Focus on one style of drawing

• Copy the work of famous artists

Which tradition had a significant influence on the speaker's work?

• French illustration

• Japanese illustration

• Italian illustration

• American illustration

How do the speaker's drawings appear to viewers?

• Spontaneous and unplanned

• Carefully planned and organized

• Chaotic and disorganized

• Simple and minimalistic