From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Alexandra Milton
Alexandra Milton
Alexandra Milton The story of Call Me Gorgeous draws its inspiration
from the culinary texts of the court of King Henry VIII;
Born June 4, 1967 (1967-06-04) these record that chimerical monsters were stitched to-
Paris
gether from various animal parts and served to the king
Occupation Artist and Illustrator and his courtiers on feast days.
Nationality French/German
Children Three daughters
Critical Acclaim
‘This book is a delightful puzzle for a small reader and it
Alexandra Milton (born 4 June 1967 in Paris) is an artist ends in a good joke. On the way, there is much to marvel
and illustrator. She works primarily in collage. at in the intricate beauty of the animal world so intense-
The artwork in her debut children’s book, Call Me Gor- ly conveyed in Alexandra Milton’s stunning illustration.’
geous, was nominated for the 2010 Kate Greenaway Books for Keeps, 2009.[3]
Medal.[1] ’This husband and wife team have created a truly
The book was also a 2009 Book Start choice,[2] distrib- original creature, one that will puzzle and delight the
uted free to 100,000 children across the UK. family. Stunning collage effects and cover will make sure
Alexandra Milton is married to the writer and histo- that this stands out. Definitely one to watch out for.’
rian, Giles Milton, who wrote the text for Call Me Gorgeous. Bookseller Children’s Buyers Guide, autumn 2009.[4]
‘The book’s big reveal shows that the animal is not a
Interests and Influences monstrous mishmash but rather, as the book’s title sug-
gests, a gorgeous one, who embraces her uniqueness.
Alexandra Milton specializes in collage, using cut or torn With its larger-than-life pictures and playful format, this
handmade papers from across the world. These are then creative picture book is a natural read-aloud, and its mes-
assembled in layers to create images of birds and other sage of celebrating our differences will resonate with
animals. Milton draws inspiration from the natural world young readers.’ Kristen McKuslki, Booklist.
and from old botanical and ornithological engravings. ’Will have kids in stitches... this unique book is as fun
She is the daughter of the German artist Wolfram and brassy as it is visually striking.’ Publishers Weekly. [5]
Aichele and granddaughter of the celebrated animal
artist, Erwin Aichele. Their paintings have also provided
inspiration for her work. References
Milton studied fine art at the Academie Charpentier [1] "Kate Greenaway Medal".
in Paris. http://www.carnegiegreenaway.org.uk/pressdesk/
press.php?release=pres_nom_green_2010.html.
Commissioned and Published [2]
[3]
"Book Start". http://www.bookstart.org.uk/Home.
"Books for Keeps".
Works http://www.booksforkeeps.co.uk/issue/179/
childrens-books/reviews/call-me-gorgeous.
• Call Me Gorgeous (UK hardback) 2009 Boxer Books:
[4] "Bookseller Childrens Buyers Guide".
ISBN 978-1-906250-70-6
http://www.exacteditions.com/exact/browse/
• Call Me Gorgeous (USA hardback) 2009: ISBN
329/345/5532/3/14/0/call%20me%20gorgeous.
978-1-906250-71-3
[5] "Publishers Weekly".
• Good Luck Little Owls Boxer Books. (to be published in
http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/
September 2011)
new-titles/adult-announcements/article/
28574-children-s-book-reviews-11-16-2009-.html.
Call Me Gorgeous
Call Me Gorgeous was Alexandra Milton’s debut children’s External links
title. The book’s artwork received widespread critical ac-
• The official website of Alexandra Milton
claim and was nominated for the 2010 Kate Greenaway
• The official website of Giles Milton
Medal. The book was selected for the 2009 Book Start pro-
gramme. Persondata
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Alexandra Milton
Name Milton, Alexandra Place of birth Paris
Alternative names Date of death
Short description Place of death
Date of birth 4 June 1967
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