ILLUSTORIA Issue 1: Beginnings *Digital Edition*

$10.00

The Beginnings Issue—our premiere issue!—explores the idea of beginnings—from ideas as tiny seeds that sprout and grow into something much bigger, to how artists find their inspiration and dedication to pursue a creative path. 

Featuring: 

  • Cece Bell on making her Newbery and Eisner award-winning graphic novel, El Deafo

  • Interview with Aaron Becker, Caldecott Honor Award-winning author and illustrator of The Journey Trilogy

  • Andrew Bird, celebrated musician and master whistler, on learning to play the violin at age 4 

  • Original comic by cartoonist Lark Pien (Long Tail Kitty)

  • A behind-the-scenes chat with chef Rayneil De Guzman of Ramen Shop

  • Premiere comic in the Literary Giants as Kids series—starring Maya Angelou, by Elizabeth Haidle

Perfect for:

  • Kids and grownups who love art, stories, and making things

  • Parents and teachers looking for high-quality creative content

  • Anyone curious about how artists get inspired and the creative process

This Digital Edition includes:

  • Original comics, stories and interviews

  • Kid-friendly DIY projects

  • A recipe to try at home

  • Music + book reviews

  • A curated playlist

64 pages

Age range: 6–12+ and the young at heart

The Beginnings Issue—our premiere issue!—explores the idea of beginnings—from ideas as tiny seeds that sprout and grow into something much bigger, to how artists find their inspiration and dedication to pursue a creative path. 

Featuring: 

  • Cece Bell on making her Newbery and Eisner award-winning graphic novel, El Deafo

  • Interview with Aaron Becker, Caldecott Honor Award-winning author and illustrator of The Journey Trilogy

  • Andrew Bird, celebrated musician and master whistler, on learning to play the violin at age 4 

  • Original comic by cartoonist Lark Pien (Long Tail Kitty)

  • A behind-the-scenes chat with chef Rayneil De Guzman of Ramen Shop

  • Premiere comic in the Literary Giants as Kids series—starring Maya Angelou, by Elizabeth Haidle

Perfect for:

  • Kids and grownups who love art, stories, and making things

  • Parents and teachers looking for high-quality creative content

  • Anyone curious about how artists get inspired and the creative process

This Digital Edition includes:

  • Original comics, stories and interviews

  • Kid-friendly DIY projects

  • A recipe to try at home

  • Music + book reviews

  • A curated playlist

64 pages

Age range: 6–12+ and the young at heart