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Mary GrandPre is the acclaimed illustrator of the U.S. editions of the *Harry Potter* series, bringing J.K. Rowling's magical world to vivid life. Her rich, whimsical style captured the imagination of millions. Beyond Potter, she has illustrated numerous children's books with warmth and wonder. GrandPre’s work encourages young artists to follow their passion and reminds us that art can shape how stories are felt, remembered, and loved.
"In creating the Harry Potter artwork, I try to bring a certain amount of realism and believability to the characters and setting, but still add an element of wonder and the unknown."
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"In creating the Harry Potter artwork, I try to bring a certain amount of realism and believability to the characters and setting, but still add an element of wonder and the unknown."

Realism, Wonder
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"I will be sad. I've gotten very attached to Harry and all that goes on in his world, I guess I'll just be kind of tasting every bit of it because it will be the last one."
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"I will be sad. I've gotten very attached to Harry and all that goes on in his world, I guess I'll just be kind of tasting every bit of it because it will be the last one."

Will, World
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"I get to show the reader the essence of the book without giving anything away."
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"I get to show the reader the essence of the book without giving anything away."

Giving,
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"It's like a candy store for an illustrator, I connected with Harry pretty quickly and loved the way J.K. described everything; she's such a visually thinking person. You can't pass that up."
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"It's like a candy store for an illustrator, I connected with Harry pretty quickly and loved the way J.K. described everything; she's such a visually thinking person. You can't pass that up."

Pretty, Thinking
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