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Hanna Karlzon’s Beautiful Swedish Coloring Books

February 12, 2021 By Addicted Colorist 3 Comments

Hanna Karlzon has done it again!

Hanna Karlzon lives in Umeå, Sweden where she enjoys the nature and wildlife that surrounds her as you can see from her coloring book subject matter. Each of her books is printed as a real hardbacked book with glorious paper to color on. Each page is two-sided so do take care with your coloring mediums but the paper can handle quite a bit of layering and even careful watercolor application.

Tales from the Forest Kingdom Coloring Book

This book’s original title in Sweden is Skogsriket. In Hanna Karlzon’s newest coloring book, you are invited to a magical kingdom in a forest full of elaborate flowers and trees and whimsical animals and their abodes.

Skogsriket. or Tales from the Forest Kingdom by Hanna Karlzon

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2020 was rough on us all but it gave Hanna time to create another gorgeous hand-drawn coloring book.

Tales from the Midnight Masquerade Coloring Book

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Hanna Karlzon’s coloring book release in 2019 is of course another gorgeous book featuring her fantasmical creatures this time.

Spirit Animals Coloring Book: Published in Sweden as “Själsfränder” and in Spain as “Soul Mates”

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Hanna’s book from 2018 is one of the favorite featured items in all of her books but this one is focused on them, lovely jewels!

Jewelry Box Coloring Book: Published in Sweden as Smyckeskrinet

This gorgeous book will be in her signature size and printing style, a hardbound “keep forever” type of coloring book we just don’t find in the US. Hanna shares that the inspiration for Jewelry Box aka Smyckeskrinet is an old Edwardian house and its garden. Hanna’s one of a kind style put to subjects of people, animals, flowers, clocks, and vases reminiscent of the turn of the century. We can’t wait to get our hands on it, as always, we might have to snag the Swedish version as well. This gorgeous Swedish Coloring Book launches August 21, 2018 in the US.

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Unfortunately, the artist book of Faces only called “Tillsammans” was only available for a short time at Printworks in Sweden and it is out of print. Count yourself lucky if you managed to snag a copy.

It looks as though my Swedish Queen of Coloring is releasing a new book for 2017 called “Seasons” (Original Swedish title “Tidevarv”) You can order now!

Seasons- Hanna Karlzon aka Tidevarv

The fourth coloring book from the fabulous Hanna Karlzon released August of 2017

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Magical Dawn (Magisk Gryning)

If you follow Hanna on Instagram you’ve probably already seen pictures of this gorgeous new book. Launch Date March 14, 2017.

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As if that weren’t enough, I honestly can’t wait to see the artist editions of her work! It consists of 20 images printed 8.2 x 11.6 inches on artist paper.

Magical Dawn Artist Edition by Hanna Karlzon

There is also a set of Magical Dawn postcards to go along with Hanna’s newest designs

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I am so excited about Hanna Karlzon’s Coloring Books being available in the US & UK & Canada! I won’t make you wait to read everything if you are like me and just want to order!! Click to Pre-order on Amazon: US UK Canada Amazon Spain Sweden, France or Book Depository

Dagdrömmar (Daydreams), Sommarnatt (Summer Nights) and Vinterdrömmar (Winter Dreams) by Hanna Karlzon

This spectacularly talented Swedish illustrator has created quite a following for herself by not being available in the US and UK or Canada until NOW that is. Click to purchase on Amazon US, UK & Canada here Amazon Spain Amazon France Sweden, or Worldwide on Book Depository with Free Shipping

Every time I see something on Insta or Facebook that makes me gasp it’s so fabulous it’s always by Hanna Karlzon. Her style is so unique there is something old world yet modern about her illustrations.

Dagdrommar coloring book by Swedish illustrator artist hanna karlzon

Hanna Karlzon is an Umeå, Sweden-based illustrator and creator of the best-selling coloring books, Dagdrömmar and Sommarnatt, previously published in Sweden. She creates elaborately detailed images using India ink to detail pictures from her own imagination and loves to draw flowers, forests, houses, and animals. She draws her inspiration from the natural world that surrounds her studio in northern Sweden and adds in some art nouveau, punk rock, and often a hint of ‘70s design to the mix. ~ Amazon

My name is Hanna Karlzon and I’m a designer living in Umeå, Sweden. I draw everything by hand, pen and ink is what I prefer and I love to draw flowers, forests, houses and animals with lots of details. I find most of my inspiration in nature and then I add some art nouveau, punk rock and often a hint of 70’s design to the mix.
I make illustrations and patterns for interior design, wallpaper and textiles but also for magazines and companies. follow on Insta: hannakarlzon and on Facebook: hannakarlzon

Hanna Karlzon Coloring Books

Dagdrömmar (Daydreams)

Newcomers and old adherents to the coloring phenomenon will fall in love with Daydreams (Dagdrömmar) Coloring Book with 85 intricate illustrations: delicate flowers, buzzing bees, storybook homes, regal portraits, and more.

This 96-page hardbound edition lends a luxurious feel, encouraging artists to display their volume on a coffee table or bookshelf.

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These are some of the images I’ve seen from these books that make me drool! Check out these colorists on Instagram: DivaDesartes

My video Flip thru “Ode to Hanna Karlzon” more than a review. If a coloring book can be perfect, this one is.

Summer Nights (Sommarnatt) by Hanna Karlzon

The original names just sound much more exotic and appealing don’t you think? But at least we can get our hands on these gorgeous books now.

Sommarnatt Summer Nights coloring book by swedish illustrator Hanna Karlzon

This new volume of the bestselling Hanna Karlzon’s artwork has 85 illustrations of starry nights, fanciful gardens, underwater creatures, fantastic portraits, and more. Linger over long Scandinavian evenings, and watch the stars appear in the latest whimsical world of Hanna Karlzon’s creating, Summer Nights. This 96-page hardbound edition lends a luxurious feel, encouraging artists to display on the coffee table or bookshelf.

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The Artist Edition of Summer Nights is available too, with 20 images printed on gorgeous artist paper
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Video Flip thru of Sommernatt / Summer Nights

Winter Nights 20 Postcards Vinterdrömmar: 20 vykort att färglägga) by Hanna Karlzon

Vinterdrömmar Winter Dreams Postcards by Hanna Karlzon

illustrator Hanna Karlzon brings her Scandinavian winter to you with this collection of woodland creatures, ornate ornaments, reindeer on tip-toes, swirling snowflakes, and more. Winter Dreams postcards are meant to be colored and shared: send them in the mail or frame them on your wall.

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Daydreams Artist’s Edition: Originally Published in Sweden as “Dagdrömmar Tavelbok”

Dagdrömmar Daydreams artist edition coloring book hanna karlzon

Colorists will fall in love with the flora and fauna of Daydreams Artist’s Edition. Dive into this collection of finely-drawn fledglings, a sleeping fox, exquisite owl, eclectic insects, and more. Daydreams Artist’s Edition contains 20 illustrations on oversized art card paper (11.7 x 8.3 inches), perfect for expert and budding artists alike.

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IMPORTANT: Be sure which one you are ordering so you won’t be disappointed. The colouring book is listed at the top. This is the Artist Edition with 20 illustrations

Daydreams – 20 Postcards Originally published in Sweden as “Dagdrömmar: 20 vykort att färglägga”

Dagdrömmar Daydreams colouring postcards by hanna karlzon

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Summer Nights Sommarnatt Postcards

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Magical Dawn 20 Postcards: Published in Sweden as “Magisk Gryning”

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I have bought the original Swedish coloring books which are being dispatched to me (I love how that sounds) straight away without delay! See my full video “ode to Hanna Karlzon” videos’ above. I often share things on Instagram first as my iPhone is always ready to share so click on the social media links at the top of the page to see things as they arrive in my mailbox! I hope you are as excited about this as I am.

The Magical Lands of Jane F. Hankins

January 22, 2021 By Addicted Colorist Leave a Comment

Welcome to the Imaginary World of Jane F. Hankins Coloring Books. I believe that you will be just as enchanted as I was after seeing the first book. Jane’s books are professionally published on thick artist paper and several of them are huge oversized books suitable for framing and giving as gifts. Most books contain 25 single-side, 11″ x 14″ prints of original drawings, on HEAVY 80lb. Cover Stock paper, created specifically for this book! Pages are perforated for easy removal, display, and framing.

This is adult coloring, for adults who appreciate real art, not hastily drawn elephants or flowers, filled with computer-generated polygons.

Each book has its own theme and magical qualities so take a look. I have video flip throughs of a few and I’ll link to Jane’s social so you can see even more wondrousness.

Santa’s Magical Christmas Helpers

In this book, she illustrates the spirited antics of Santa’s Helpers. These merry wee Elves have their own version of “The 12 Days of Christmas”, which is quite charming… even if a bit unusual. See how they go about decorating and placing toys under the tree – sprinkling their special Elf Magic wherever they go!

So, take a break this busy season and color your new Christmas Heirloom. I guarantee you will catch yourself smiling!

12″ x 14″ Format pages
Super high quality “professional grade” 80lb. Cover Stock paper
25 single-side, hand-drawn prints, unique to this book
Perforated sheets for easy removal and framing

Don’t want to wait for the contest? You can order now from Jane’s website here or Amazon US, UK or Canada here

Jane Hankins books are just a treat, below you’ll find links to each along with a few flip-thru videos. We think you’ll fall in love like we did.

The Imaginary Garden – A Fine Art Coloring Book

Take a look at my flip through back in 2017. You literally can HEAR how thick and unctuous the paper is.

I have all but two of Jane Hankins coloring books, that alone says a great deal regarding how I feel about her art. These books truly are, as noted on each book, “fine art coloring book(s)”. At first glance they may appear to be on the expensive side. But the old saying;”you get what you pay for” definitely speaks volumes in this case. The art is truly beyond adorable. You will smile even when you are just thinking about these books.
Escerpt from Colorista #1 Review on Facebook

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The Imaginary Underwater World of Jane F. Hankins

If you aren’t familiar with her books they are quite remarkable. A HUGE size 11×17 on 80pound artist quality paper. So, if you’ve been frustrated that you can’t use your fancy markers or paints, this is the book to do that all in. Each of the pages in all her books are perforated and spiral bound. Yes, they are more expensive than your average coloring book but once you have one in your hand you’ll know why.

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The Imaginary World by Jane Hankins

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The Imaginary World of Jane F. Hankins Volume 2

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Last year’s Christmas book was everyone’s favorite song that no one can remember the words to, LOOSELY based on the 12 Days of Christmas.

25 Days of Christmas Magic

INDULGE in an instant Holiday Vacation each time you immerse yourself in the imagination of artist and storyteller, Jane F. Hankins! Her extraordinary take on the traditional 12 Days will leave you laughing. Whether it is the Children’s Nativity Pageant, the Sugar Plum Fairy, or Seven Swans (In Bikinis!) Swimming, adding your own color to these delightful prints of Jane’s seasonal drawings will create a Christmas keepsake to enjoy for years to come!

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When we feature an artist we like to give our colorists a little peek behind the artistic genius in our Meet the Artist Q&A.

Q&A with Jane F. Hankins – Illustrator, Author, Artist

Q1. What do you enjoy drawing the most?

Adorable characters and creatures that dwell in the land between my ears. In other words, all my drawings are from my own Imaginary World. What you are seeing in the coloring books are the creatures I love, and they are what I enjoy drawing the most.

Q2. How did you get started?

I was creative as a child and that started it all! I had lots of crayons, paper, and playdoh and by the age of 4, I declared myself an artist… as well as a dancer and singer. By the time I was in my second year of college, I decided I would concentrate on visual art. I did art sales as a student, juried arts and craft shows and then galleries and museum exhibits. Now, I’m delighted to be creating coloring books that allow collaborative art with colorists from around the world.

It had not occurred to me to do a coloring book until my daughter suggested it in 2017, “Just do what you draw!” Then my dear cousin, Meg, said, “I’ll make it happen!” And that she certainly did!

Q3. Who or what has inspired you?

Literature is an inspiration! Everything from Harry Potter to Fannie Flagg’s wonderful novels has influenced my work. Nature and music are always excellent sources of inspiration. Artists that have inspired me include illustrators Hillary Knight and Maurice Spendak, Garth Williams, who did the Giant Golden Book of Elves and Fairies that my aunt gave me when I was six years old.

Q4. What materials do you enjoy using?

When I draw I use Micron or Stadler drawing pens. I also love watercolor and color pencils for works on paper. All my artwork is original. I draw freehand, and nothing is computer-generated, enhanced or projected. I work in sculpture, paintings, and drawings. I sculpt using porcelain and stoneware clay which I “cold finish” with acrylic paint and sometimes embellish with found objects (marbles, beads, buttons…). The paintings are acrylic on canvas.

Q5. Do you like to color in your designs or prefer to have others do that?

Prior to developing coloring books, I only colored my own drawings. Now that I’ve developed 8 print books and 3 digital books, I’m so busy drawing that I don’t have as much time to color. I really LOVE seeing how others interpret the drawings and the incredible talent when coloring them. I’m always delighted and surprised by the amazing work of the many colorists that share their pictures.

Q6. What supplies (brands) do you recommend for your book(s)?

As far as a brand, I recommend Prismacolor pencils. I use different brands of watercolor paint, but I only use it sparingly. I’ve seen on social media works that use alcohol markers and other various mediums, and I think they look beautiful!

Q7. What is your favorite coloring book other than your own?

Kerby Rosanes specifically Mythomorphia. I love the detail and creativity of the drawings especially the dragons.

Q8. What is your favorite thing to do when you are not doing your art?

When I’m not creating art, I enjoy writing on my novels, reading, being outdoors, going to movies and, of course, creative playtime with my husband and my granddaughters!

Q9. Who is your favorite coloring book artist?

Kerby Rosanes is my favorite coloring book artist. I’m fascinated by his work and the juxtaposition of the imaginary creatures, with castles and buildings coming out of them. As an artist, I appreciate that they are not computer-generated and are original works.

Q10. Can you tell us about any other projects you are working on?

My current project is an angel-themed coloring book. Over the past 2 years have been doing a series of paintings of “Our Better Angels”. I’m also looking forward to illustrating and writing a children’s book with my husband. On top of all of that, I’m working on the third volume in my trilogy of “The Peavine Chronicles“.

Bonus Q – Anything else I should be asking you or other artists that would be interesting for your fans or future fans?

Perhaps ask them the importance and/or impact on other mediums artists work with. For me, I’m working in writing, painting, drawing and sculpture and this results in more options as far as artistic expression. Each area inspires artworks in a different medium.

One little known fact about me is I’m fascinated by theoretical physics. It’s a great exercise for the imagination.

Digital Downloadable Books

You can also get 3 books in digital download format in 8 1/2 x 11 size so you can print them off as many times as you want. Click on the image to order!

The little book of Easter Treatsby Jane F. Hankins

The little book of Halloween tricks & Treats by Jane F Hankins

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Millie Marotta Coloring Books

October 13, 2020 By Addicted Colorist 3 Comments

Millie Marotta is one of the “must buy” illustrators if you are a dedicated coloring book addicted colorist.

Her images are quite different and distinct from other illustrators, you will recognize her books in an instant once you color in one. Many that are new to coloring see all the signature Millie Marotta tiny spaces and think they need to color each one individually. I chose to see those tiny lines as detail behind my shading and highlighting with colored pencils. Just get creative and give her books a try, you will be a fan in no time.

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Millie Marotta’s Woodland Wild

Millie’s latest book just launched in October 2020, includes her usual enticing flora and fauna including an adorable napping fox, little owl, Japanese pygmy woodpecker, peacock, badger, and polecat, along with whimsical ginkgo leaves, blossoming flowers, and tropical seeds and fruits sprinkled throughout the pages.

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Millie Marotta’s Brilliant Beasts

Millie’s Brilliant Beasts is a compilation of her fan-favorite creatures from past books so if you are new to her work, this would be a perfect step to see if this is your coloring style.

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Beautiful Birds and Treetop Treasures

This book will contain Millie Marotta’s signature style of detailed illustration that can be colored in an intricate way or the easy way depending on your own personal coloring style. I always opt for the easy way. This bird-centric coloring book will include beautiful hummingbirds, Major Mitchell’s cockatoos, lyrebirds, cardinals, marvelous spatuletails, pygmy owls, and laughing kookaburras.

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Animal Kingdom Color Me, Draw Me– Illustrated by Millie Marotta

Millie’s first coloring book was “Animal Kingdom” in 2014 which includes all sorts of detailed animals from beautiful birds to fantastic fish, delicate dragonflies to elaborately decorated elephants.

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Tropical World – A Coloring Adventure illustrated by Millie Marotta

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Reviewers have things like this to say about Millie’s second coloring book:

“A colouring book filled with art so beautiful and intricate, you’ll be hesitant to colour it in, even though your own shading only serves to enhance these amazing illustrations.”—Buzzfeed.com
“In her books, you’ll find whimsical images of idiosyncratic animals, flowers in bloom, and sophisticated patterns at play. Who doesn’t love the idea of immersing oneself into a fantastical world of monochromatic illustrations and bringing them to (colorful) life?” —MarthaStewart.com
“Coloring can be weirdly calming, even for grown-ups. “Animal Kingdom” is a coloring book for adults, filled with stunning, intricate illustrations of various fauna and foliage that’ll ensure hours of relaxation.” —RealSimple.com
“I am on the coloring bandwagon. I can’t wait to try all the fun animals in this book especially the bunnies and squirrels that are just darling. If you haven’t tried it lately I highly recommend it! So fun and relaxing.” —CraftGossip.com

Wild Savannah – A Coloring Book Adventure

Wild Savannah was released in 2016 and it’s my favorite of the three, with lots of big cats, endangered animals and flora and fauna of the Savannah.

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Curious Creatures – A Coloring Book Adventure by Millie Marotta

In her most personal book yet, Millie brings you her selection of the most remarkable animals on earth to colour in. A huge wildlife fan since she was a child, Millie has researched curious creatures which are fascinating to look at, have amazing survival skills, intriguing behaviour and courting rituals and are wildlife wonders. Meet the adorable Macaroni Penguins with their yellow crests, the showy King of Saxony Bird of Paradise, the enduring camel, the majestic flying fish to the long-lived walrus and mighty moose.Millie Marotta’s Curious Creatures features animals from all over the world, from all kinds of habitat, from the sea to the mountain tops and from Arctic cold to hot deserts. Remarkable birds, fish, mammals, reptiles and insects are all brought to life by Millie’s beautiful illustrations

Millie has also released absolutely gorgeous hardcover artist editions of her coloring books.

Animal Kingdom Color Me Draw Me Delux Hard Cover Edition

In addition to Millie Marotta’s stunningly intricate images of everything from beautiful birds to fantastic fish, this beautiful edition includes five extra prints in an envelope, four gatefolds, and a gorgeous cover embossed with gold. The high-quality paper is perfect for colored pencils, as well.

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Tropical Wonderland Artist Edition

“A colouring book to keep and treasure forever. The wonderful illustrations from Millie Marotta’s Tropical Wonderland are reproduced on the thickest paper yet (180 gsm) on one side only, including 13 gatefolds and with five additional prints that can be pulled out of an envelope at the back of the book. These prints are ideal for framing. This is an edition for all Millie fans and even those new to her work who want something special to record their creative colouring and drawing or indeed just a beautiful collection of illustrations. The book is linen bound with screen-printed illustrations and foiling that add a new dimension to Millie’s work. It is, quite simply, a beautiful book.”

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Millie Marotta’s Home Sticker Book

Millie even has a line of 75 home decor stickers in her unique style for you in a book. Her inimitable nature designs add style anywhere in the home, gracing the walls or decorating bookcases, tiles, mirrors, and more. Use the fun giraffes and elephants to create a menagerie in a child’s bedroom; let fish stickers happily “swim” above the tub; and grow an indoor garden with Millie’s fabulous flowers. Best of all, they’ll come off without effort (or leaving a spot) when you’re ready to freshen the décor!

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Millie Marotta Free Pages

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