"This film is a vibrant fantasy-adventure, tells the legend of Manolo, a conflicted hero and dreamer who sets off on an epic quest through magical, mythical and wondrous worlds in order to rescue his one true love and defend his village."Book of Life Movie Concept Illustration, Art Director Paul Sullivan © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

Book of Life Movie: Paul Sullivan, Art Director Presentation

Paul Sullivan, Art Director for the animated film “Book of Life” and fellow RMCAD Illustration Grad will be on campus at Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design on Friday, Nov. 7!

He will give a lecture/presentation in the Mary Harris Auditorium at 12:30-1:30 followed by a Q & A on the movie. The community is invited to join us for this FREE event. He will also be taking orders for autographed ART OF THE BOOK OF LIFE books!

It is self-evident that Paul had a spectacular vision for this movie and brought it to life using his stellar illustration skills. The images are so fanciful and a feast for the eyes. (Check out a few early images and reviews on his blog here.)

Book of Life Movie Concept Illustration by Art Director Paul Sullivan © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

Book of Life Movie Concept Illustration by Art Director Paul Sullivan © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

Book of Life Movie Concept Illustration by Art Director Paul Sullivan © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

Book of Life Movie Concept Illustration by Art Director Paul Sullivan © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

Also, one of our mutual professors Larry Kresek, also contributed his mad illustration skills to a help out with some colorful, digital illustrations.

Book of Life Color Concept Illustration by Paul Sullivan and Larry Kresek

Book of Life Movie Color Concept Illustration by Art Director Paul Sullivan and Illustrator Larry Kresek. © 2014 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX

I couldn’t be more proud of a fellow RMCAD Alumus. Way to go Paul!!!

More about The Book of Life Movie

From producer Guillermo del Toro and director Jorge Gutierrez comes an animated comedy with a unique visual style. THE BOOK OF LIFE is the journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart.

Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans three fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears. Rich with a fresh take on pop music favorites, THE BOOK OF LIFE encourages us to celebrate the past while looking forward to the future.

www.BookOfLifeMovie.com

About Cherish Flieder

Cherish Flieder is an internationally-featured artist, designer, creative entrepreneur, and award-winning children’s book illustrator. Cherish’s designs have been seen in fashion apparel, books, magazines, greeting cards, gifts, crafts and more. She is the creator of Something to Cherish®, an artistic brand that joyfully connects with the hearts of women through her original watercolor mixed-media artwork on pre-treasured gifts, home decor, fashion accessories, and keepsakes. Cherish is also the founder of the art licensing community ArtLicensingShow.com. She regularly teaches marketing, illustration, design, and technology at Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design. Connect with Cherish on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Google + and LinkedIn.