From bold and bright to creative and clever, Russ and Iggy’s Art Alphabet takes people of all ages on a brilliant and colorful journey through this charming duo’s world of art. This is their totally true and absolutely awesome story: Russ Butler was a professional artist and teacher whose life mission was dedicated to bringing art and beauty to the world, with Iggy, his Jack Russell terrier and faithful companion, providing him a sense of wonder, glee and enthusiasm along the way. And while Russ and Iggy are no longer with us, they wanted to leave this instructive, fun-filled book and their very own artful thoughts as an inspiration to children – and adults – everywhere.
“I am totally impressed by the brilliant artwork in Russ & Iggy’s Art Alphabet! The story is also poignant, sweet and compelling, and as a visual artist, I can relate to using the alphabet to indicate the creative process through painting.” – Andre Miripolsky, artist, designer and creator of the “Google Shark” and “Viva LA!” brands.
“Victoria Looseleaf has an uncanny knack for reimagining reality in a way that opens up new neural pathways to creativity, and in brighter colors than we envisioned before. In her new book, Russ & Iggy’s Art Alphabet, these delicious colors come to life even more vividly with the help of extraordinary artist J.T. Steiny, conjuring up an enchanting and spellbinding treat for any age.” – Lili Haydn, in-demand Ted Talk speaker and film composer, as well as Grammy Award-winning violinist/vocalist/composer with Opium Moon.
“Russ & Iggy’s Art Alphabet looks and reads great! I love it and will read it with my newborn grandson Harvey when he’s a bit older.” – Mark Hanauer, commercial and fine arts photographer whose work has been featured in leading publications including Rolling Stone, GQ, Time and the New York Times Sunday Magazine.
“This book deserves an A!” – Larry Karaszewski, Emmy Award-winning screenwriter/producer, “The People vs. Larry Flynt” and “The People vs. O.J. Simpson”
“A delightful literary and visual dance through the alphabet that will charm children and the young-at-heart alike. Victoria Looseleaf and J.T. Steiny have created a treasure trove of characters that celebrate art and life.” – Kate Johnson, Emmy Award-winning director/producer, “Mia, A Dancer’s Journey,” and adjunct professor of digital media at Otis College of Art and Design.
For more information, check out Russ & Iggy’s Website and Facebook Page!