My illustrated edition of Kenneth Grahame's classic Wind in the Willows published by IDW has been released in paperback (order here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/796673/the-wind-in-the-willows-with-illustrations-by-david-petersen-by-kenneth-grahame-david-petersen/)!

The book has Grahame's original text, with over 70 illustrations by me as well as a new cover (blogpost about that art process: https://davidpetersen.blogspot.com/2025/09/wind-in-willows-2nd-edition-cover.html).
This book took me years to complete the illustrations for, and I'm so pleased to have it back in print, so for this week's post I'm going to share posts about the physical models I used/built to help me visualize & illustrate the book. Below are photos & videos of the models of Toad's Caravan, Rat's boat, Badger's Kitchen, & Toad Hall

Toad's Caravan & Carriage House Models
Direct link to Caravan Model Video: https://youtu.be/jszqVd476aI

Direct link to Carriage House Model Video: https://youtu.be/LF9jhk1ZIII

Badger's Kitchen Models
Direct link to Cupboard Model Video: https://youtu.be/H-2rMZmGlBQ
Direct link to Kitchen Hearth Model Video: https://youtu.be/y-HFxwQVlN8




Ratty's Home & Boat Models

Direct link to Dining Room Model Video: https://youtu.be/gufQ1VCN6KA
Direct link to Boat Model Video: https://youtu.be/NPFBCWlYbN8


Toad Hall Models

Direct link to Great Hall Model Video: https://youtu.be/glXnKesQPxU

Direct link to Foyer Model Video: https://youtu.be/CyQf2tcyzG0

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https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/796673/the-wind-in-the-willows-with-illustrations-by-david-petersen-by-kenneth-grahame-david-petersen/