Read'n Grow Picture Bible Illustrations
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One-sentence summary
Over 2200 high quality, realistic illustrations that will bring to life Bible stories from creation to Revelation are now available for VMS to use in minority language groups. (Also known as Read 'n Grow Picture Bible Illustrations, Read and Grow Picture Bible Illustrations, and Read-n-Grow Picture Bible Illustrations.)
Description
Jim Padgett created illustrations for over 200 Bible stories. The Read‘n Grow Picture Bible contains his illustrations for 156 of these stories. In addition, there are illustrations for 53 other stories that were not included in the picture bible. There are 12 illustrations for almost every story. The illustrations are high quality, generally accurate, and very realistic.
Considerations
The illustrations are generally realistic and culturally accurate, supporting the reality of the stories and bringing them to life. They can be used to enhance communication of Bible stories in either written or audio forms.
Limitations
The illustrations were painted as windows of scenes, resulting in many pictures that only show a portion of the body of people (the borders cutting off the view of the rest of the body). This might be a problem for using them for storytelling in some cultures. Early illustrations with Adam and Eve are too Caucasian looking. This is less evident in the later pictures. See the review of Read'n Grow Picture Bible for other specific limitations.
Guidelines for Use
Permission for Use in VMS Publications:
The Read‘n Grow Picture Bible illustrations by Jim Padgett, plus illustrations for 53 other stories, are available (February '08) through a non-exclusive license agreement between VMS and Gospel Light. These high-quality illustrations (over 2200) are on two DVDs: one contains the colored version and the other the grayscale version. You can obtain both DVDs for $10, plus shipping.
Grant and Terms of Use:
A non-exclusive license has been given to use the Read’n Grow Bible illustrations in products used for storytelling in minority languages. The products produced must meet the following requirements:
- The following publication credit MUST appear in all products distributed:
- Biblical illustrations by Jim Padgett, courtesy of Sweet Publishing, Ft. Worth, TX, and Gospel Light, Ventura, CA. Copyright 1984. All rights reserved.
- You must send annual reports of how and where the art is used, including samples of each use, and a copy of your finished product. Send them to the following address:
- Gospel Light
- 1957 Eastman Ave.
- Ventura, CA 93003
- The products produced must not be sold for profit.
Where to Obtain
Link to Producer or Source Organization
Vernacular Media Services (VMS)
Cost
$10 plus shipping
Producer/Owners
Author/Artist/Producer
Jim Padgett
Current copyright owner
Sweet Publishing, Ft. Worth, TX, and Gospel Light, Ventura, CA
Other Information
Reviewed by
Vernon W.
Date
March 2008
