Ask Felix
by alicedoolittle
What are your hobbies and interests outside of Felix Doolittle?
I love fishing, looking for salamanders, turtles, and fish- otherwise known as swamp-hopping. I love making models, miniature gardens, and habitats for creatures that I’ve kept. I love going to the bookstore, library, a good magazine shop with European magazines, and looking for all manner of visual inspiration.
Do you have any pets?
Newts, turtles, fish, and two kittens that despite their given names are often referred to as Rascal #1 and Rascal #2.
What are you currently reading?
I’m reading all kinds of art books including A Genius for Place, American Landscapes of the Country Place Era, The Art of Ponyo, A film by Hiyao Miyazaki and Steinberg at The New Yorker. I’m also reading a number of business books from the Steve Jobs biography to The Lean Start Up.
What’s for dinner?
Chicken under a brick by Loren. Steamed sea bass by me.
How would you describe Felix Doolittle in 3 words?
Beauty, care, and passion!
Do you ever read novels or stories that give you inspiration for you beautiful illustrations ?
Nice to know you! It’s especially nice to see another watercolor artist that seems to love the medium as much as I do. Keep in touch!
Thanks MK! Nice to meet you too! Thanks for taking the time to look at our blog. How did you come across it anyway?
Pinterest!
Wonderful. Pinterest is so much fun. Glad you found us!