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Takako and the Great Typhoon

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CarmenTakako.JPGI recently illustrated "Takako and the Great Typhoon" a children's book set in Okinawa, Japan.  My ultimate goal for this book was to create vividly colorful and detailed illustrations that would capture the uniqueness and beauty of Okinawa.  I hope that these illustrations have brought this wonderful story to life and that the book will be enjoyed by both children and adults for years to come.
The story (by Kelly Garcia) is about Takako and Nobu, two Okinawan shisas (lion-dogs) who live on the tile rooftop of a small wooden house.  Takako longs to join the fun she sees in the village below, but her brother Nobu reminds her that her shisa duty is to guard the house.  But one day, a pretty butterfly tempts Takako off the rooftop and while she is gone a great typhoon hits.  To find out what happens, go to www.shisastory.com and order your copy of "Takako and the Great Typhoon" to experience a one-of-a kind Okinawan adventure! 

Can't get enough of Takako??  Prints of the book's illustrations are now available!!!

Prints of the illustrations are created using an Epson Stylus ink jet printer using Claria Hi-Definition Ink and are printed on acid-free artists paper.  A variety of mat colors are available, so please let me know if you have a preference.  If not specified, white mat will be used.
*Limited edition prints* are also available (only 8x10 inch size).  These will be double-matted, numbered and signed.  Only limited edition prints will possess the Hanko signature, a Japanese personalized stamp.   They will also include the photograph (also signed) that inspired the illustration.  (Note:  Not all illustrations are available as limited edition prints). 
Available sizes:
- 3.5 x 5 inch print (size including mat is 5x7 inches)
- 5 x 7 inch print (size including mat is 8 x 10 inches)
- 8 x 10 inch print (size including mat is 11 x 14 inches)
- 5 x 5 inch print (size including mat is 8 x8 inches)
         -Note:  This size is for the banyan tree print ONLY (scene 18)

*Please contact me for ordering, pricing and shipping information*
To inquire about a certain print, click on its image below.  A "scene #" will be listed with the copyright information.  
Thank you for your interest! 

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