Cover Art

On the Cover | Mar. 28, 2013

learn about this issue's cover art by Elly Sebastian

“You Call This Spring?” by Elly Sebastian
Watercolor, graphite, conte, and ink, 33” x 25.5,”

Elly Sebastian is a senior at UWEC who will graduate in May with a Bachelors of Fine Arts  degree in illustration.  After graduation she will be taking time off to develop her portfolio and will apply to graduate programs early next year. 

“I think I speak for a majority of Wisconsinites when I say that we are ready for this winter to end. Compared to the heat wave of last winter, it seems like we are living in a perpetual frozen wasteland. With this in mind, I put my own twist on a popular Chippewa Valley pastime. I would not be surprised to see a tuber or two out on the river, forever optimistic that spring could arrive at any moment. My work derives mostly from that of children’s book illustration and conveys a strong sense of simplicity, minimalism, and playfulness. I work primarily with watercolor and acrylic paint which allow me to express the lighthearted nature of my subject matter.” – The Artist

Volume One finds its cover art in a number of ways, from local art shows to random emails to knowing someone who knows someone who knows a great artist. The art always originates from a current or former Chippewa Valley resident. If you'd like to submit cover art, send us a letter.