I am proud to announce that John Jude Palencar has won this year’s Society of Illustrators’ Hamilton King Award for his artwork on Charles de Lint’s Muse and Reverie.
The Hamilton King is arguably one of the most prestigious awards in the illustration community. It is given to the best painting in the Illustrators annual, as judged by past Hamilton King award–winners. While given to a specific work, it has, unofficially, come to signify a mid-career achievement award. Previous winners include Bernie Fuchs, Leo and Diane Dillon, James McMullan, Mark English, Brad Holland, Greg Manchess, Bob Peak, Donato Giancola....A “who’s who” of illustration since 1965.
The award ceremony and black-tie dinner will take place at the Society of Illustrators in June in conjunction with the Illustrators Fall of Fame inductions.
Not only is John an amazing artist, he is a caring individual deeply dedicated to his craft. I am thrilled for him and proud of Tor’s small part in this honor.
7 comments:
Well deserved! His illustrations are hauntingly beautiful...and after all these years continue to inspire.
That is a beautiful illustration!
Congrats Mr. Palencar!
Congrats to JJP! That piece is absolutely stunning.
He certainly deserves it.
It is an eye catching, beautiful and haunting piece for a cover. It's a well deserved honor.
I first saw his work when I was a student. He was a student too. I was intimidated by his greatness. Now I just appreciate it. A wonderful piece.
He could have won this every year of his career as a Society member. Years and years of great work.
Tim O'Brien
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