Crying Girl Promo Postcard

1/2/2014

What do you think? I'd love your feedback!

I recently commissioned artist Jelani Armstrong to do this piece to market my upcoming book. I hope you like it! If you are interested in contacting him please let me know and I can connect you!

Jelani Armstrong is an artist and freelance illustrator who attends The Art Academy of San Francisco, California. His expertise ranges from custom caricature illustrations to working with various authors on book cover designs and advertisements for local government agencies. In 2009, his rendition of the slave experience was showcased in the Black History Museum. Jelani was an illustration finalist in the Save the Planet Tri-Transit Competition where his artwork was showcased in the Washington DC Metro system. Currently, he is aspiring towards his dream of working with Walt Disney.

51 Comments

Marilyn link

1/2/2014 01:53:15 pm

I love that. It's cute, fun and seems to match the title of your book too. He did a great job with that piece.

I am interested in some possible pieces by him lol.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 02:11:40 am

Thanks for your comment Marilyn! I'm glad you like it! I will contact you about connecting!

Jelani Armstrong

1/4/2014 02:36:21 am

I would be more then happy to design some wonder peices for you

Iliana Gonzalez link

1/2/2014 03:51:58 pm

Very Creative =) Love the Marketing design. Good Luck !!!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 02:12:38 am

Thanks Iliana! I'm glad you think it is creative!

jo casey

1/2/2014 08:26:35 pm

I love it - it's cute but emotional too.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 02:13:07 am

Thanks Jo! That was what we were going for!

kungphoo link

1/2/2014 10:37:33 pm

It is very good! good luck with the book!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 02:14:09 am

Thank you Kungphoo! I'm glad you like it!

Kungphoo link

1/7/2014 11:00:03 pm

I have showed a few people and they really liked it.

Deborah link

1/2/2014 10:58:53 pm

I especially like the colors used and how he made the hair so shiny. Very nicely done!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 02:15:24 am

Thanks Deborah! It is a nice technique Jelani used, very creative!

Veronica link

1/3/2014 03:42:28 am

I love it! It's great and it depicts different sides of the Crying Girl which is perfect. I imagined her with black hair though

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:57:19 pm

Thank you for your comment Veronica! We've been thinking about the latter part as it has sparked the rest of the comments! We didn't see this coming and we like the buzz! Hugs!

Shanique link

1/3/2014 05:44:30 am

Looks great, I am already curious about the story of the Crying Girl.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:58:36 pm

Thank you for your comment Shanique! And for your interest!

Jim Striegel

1/3/2014 06:18:32 am

Congrats on your upcoming book. He did a great job and I'm sure it will be a best seller!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:57:54 pm

Thanks for your kinds words and support Jim!! It means a lot!

Brad Lynch

1/3/2014 06:19:18 am

I am very impressed by this. I didn't expect this for your title either, but I really like it.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:59:04 pm

So glad you like it Brad! Thanks!

Jeff Brand link

1/3/2014 06:20:00 am

I too expected her to have black hair…I don't know why. What a great cover!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:59:35 pm

Thanks Jeff! So glad you like the cover!

Casey Gardner

1/3/2014 06:20:38 am

It's a very happy cover and catchy too! Good job!!!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 11:00:18 pm

Thanks Casey! That's what we were going for!

Meli link

1/3/2014 06:42:27 am

I like what he did, however, I see you with having darker hair. Congratulations and Good Luck on your upcoming book!!

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 11:00:59 pm

Thanks for your comment Meli! Glad you like it!

Roslyn link

1/3/2014 09:41:00 am

If she had dark hair it would suggest the book was autobiographical. It might be, but this way, it peaks ones curiousity as the cover gal can be anyone.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 11:01:59 pm

Rosyln---YOU ROCK!!!

Jennifer Clay link

1/3/2014 10:17:33 am

He did a great job. I like how each girl has a different emotion.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 11:02:33 pm

Thank you Jennifer! I am happy that you noticed that!

Marielle Altenor link

1/3/2014 10:30:15 am

I love the picture. I am big fan! Does he have a facebook?

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:56:03 pm

I am so glad you like it Marielle! Yes, he does and I will send it to you happily!

Irene

1/3/2014 10:35:07 am

Interesting and thoughtful. It leaves a lot to the imagination as to what one will find in the book! Good Luck.

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:55:16 pm

Thank you for your comment Irene! That was what we were going for and I am glad you like it!

Dov Shapira

1/3/2014 10:34:35 pm

I like the illustration, I think it will do you good

Yvonne Brown

1/3/2014 10:54:31 pm

Thanks Dov! I am glad you like it!

Jelani Armstrong

1/4/2014 01:33:01 am

Wow!!! I dont know what to say... I really and greatful for all the wonderful comments ive been reading. Its a blessing to have so many fans that really like my work. If there are any fans that would like for me to design an illustrstion piece for them, i will be more the happy to.

Please feel free to contact me:
Facebook- Jelani Armstrong
Email- armstrongjelani@gmail.com

Once again thank everyone for all these wonderful comment. They truly me more then alot to me. The more comment i read, the more inspiration and support i feel that im getting every day. So keep them all coming!!! Thank You

Sharon ODay link

1/4/2014 04:04:35 am

The unique intensity and range of colors really make this cover stand out! Congrats!

Yvonne Brown

1/4/2014 04:37:52 am

Thanks Sharon! I am glad you like the color range! Jelani put a lot of thought into it!

Tina Ashburn link

1/7/2014 10:34:48 pm

You know I've been following you for quite some time, and I enjoy the time I spend with your blog. That being said, when I saw this I knew exactly where I was and what is in store for me (which is pretty amazing, let me tell you!). I think the cover is creative and innovative and still keeps your identity. I love it.

norma Doiron link

1/8/2014 12:27:07 am

Very creative, I love the different expression on each character! Jelani did a superb job !

Alexandra McAllister link

1/8/2014 02:33:14 am

It is beautiful. The most important is that you love it and it represents your book in your eyes. :)

Veronica link

1/8/2014 05:45:41 am

This is a great cover for sure Yvonne. It really sums up Crying Girl

Connie, Social Media Buzzmeister link

1/8/2014 07:48:59 am

Wish I had a smidgeon of Jelani's talent (or yours, for that matter!) Congrats on the future publication of your book. That's a BIG deal!

jessica

1/8/2014 10:22:35 am

your shine on the hair is unbelievable!!

Simona link

1/8/2014 10:23:53 am

I like it as a cover for a book. It catches the eye and the colors are great!

Diana Foree link

1/8/2014 10:44:56 am

I love the artwork but also want to know the story behind it.

Robin Maria Pedrero link

1/9/2014 11:23:06 am

I am so happy for your Yvonne!

Gilly link

1/11/2014 11:29:27 pm

This a great cover and expresses the title perfectly!

Pat Moon link

1/16/2014 10:58:19 am

Great cover for your new book.. it really sends a message but yet leaves room for curiosity and a desire to know more.

Sadaya Christine link

1/22/2014 04:08:23 am

I absolutely love this. The Art is gorgeous I especially love the happy baby growing into the crying adult. But the insert {the words} are so INTRIGUING!!! i cant wait to get my copy!!!! ANTICIPATION LIKE IM WAITN FOR A CHK FROM THE LOTTERY!!!!