Short Films
A blank sheet of paper, a stick of charcoal, and a block of time. The perfect opportunity for creating art.
But instead, she was drawn in another direction. She would not create art tonight. No. Tonight, she would experience it, like never before.
"May I Have This Dance," received Best Interactive Media and Technology Award by the Creative Technologies Program at ISU in 2021.
A good book. No distractions. A relaxing evening. That was her plan. But things don't always work out like we plan.
Because too much of anything is never good. Watch my 30-second film, "Consumed."
Videos of My Art
Reveal of my digital painting, "A Gentle Breeze." This painting was one of the billboard winners for Sky Art Peoria in 2022!
Reveal of my painting, "Almost a Dream." Oil on canvas, 16x20 inches.
Watch My Flower Gardens Come To Life!
Watch my flower gardens come to life in less than a minute! Here you can see time lapses of three digital paintings. Prints available through my website.
Her Words, My Art
Looking for a gift to touch someone's heart? Check out Anne Peterson's poetry. These pieces are a collaboration between Anne and her daughter, Jessica.
More Videos of My Art
Guess what we got to see driving down I-74....
Video of my original painting, "A Windy Day." This piece was a winner of ArtPop Peoria in 2017.
Time Lapse: Oil Painting
From Photo To Charcoal
Watch four of my photos turn into charcoal drawings. Here you'll see the photo I worked from and the finished drawing.
In this video I show the progression of ten charcoal drawings from start to finish. I always begin with a photo I take of myself.
Book Trailers
A group of friends. A message. A haunted forest. An adventure like no other. The danger is real, and so is the terror that awaits them. The Wee-Jees is a ghost story based on true events, written by Bryan Hutchinson. Follow his blog Paranormal-Evidence.com.
For years, Anne Peterson has been the member of a club she never wanted to join. And now she’s opening the door of her life and letting you in. You’ll see what abuse looks like and understand the effects it can have on a person. But being broken doesn’t have to be the end of your story. It can be the beginning.
Sonny was a little guitar who loved playing the blues, until his friends gave their opinions. Confused, he starts on a musical journey. Find out what Sonny discovered and whose voice he finally listened to. Written by Anne Peterson, Illustrated by Michael Peterson.
Lulu loved her little town and everyone loved Lulu. Well, almost everyone. Lulu had a big problem, and his name was Brutus! Find out how Lulu solved her problem, and how it changed everything! Written by Anne Peterson, Illustrated by Jordan Delgadillo.
Trailers For Books I Illustrated
A slippery road. Darkness. An unforgettable dance. In one moment, a young girl’s life is changed forever. Let these captivating illustrations draw you into Emma’s world as she learns there is more to life than what she can see.
You're all alone and it's quiet. Out of the corner of your eye, you see something move. But nothing's there. Or is it? Sometimes things are just as they appear. But sometimes... well, that’s another story. Chills is a book of eerie poetry written by Anne Peterson, inspired by Jessica Peterson's photographs.
Insecurity. Enlightenment. Acceptance. Little Kerrie was ashamed of where she lived. She felt as crooked as her house. ...Until she heard the reason behind its crookedness!
Music Videos
"Blind" Music video for the band Hello Industry. Video footage shot by Jessica Peterson.
"The Innocent Will Die" Music video for the band Hello Industry. Video footage shot by Jessica Peterson.