ARTIST EXCLUSIVE | PRE-ORDER NOW OPEN
Cover A: Cardcaptors (Cardcaptor Sakara)
Cover B: Redwall: Tales of Mattameo
Cover C: Little Bear Cover
D: Maggie and the Ferocious Beast
Estimated Release Date: October 1, 2025
Art of Animation: Nelvana Collection
All Artwork by Steven Ahola
📼 A Nostalgic Tribute to the Golden Era of Animated Storytelling
Relive the magic of Saturday mornings with Art of Animation: Nelvana Collection — a limited-edition art book featuring the original marketing illustrations from Nelvana’s most beloved animated series, hand-drawn by artist Steven Ahola.
Created while working in the still art department at Nelvana Ltd. (Toronto, 1998–2001), this collection includes rare artwork from Redwall, Little Bear, Seven Little Monsters, and more — originally used for VHS covers, promotional ads, and trade assets during the CBS and PBS animation lineup era.
✨ Why Collectors Love It:
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100% original artwork by Steven Ahola
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Features iconic imagery from fan-favorite shows
-
A must-have visual archive from Nelvana’s golden years
-
Perfect for fans of vintage animation, collectors, and pop culture enthusiasts
-
Limited edition – while supplies last!
Bring home a piece of the animation legacy that shaped your childhood.
🧸 #thisismychildhood
About Nelvana
Founded in 1971, Nelvana is one of Canada’s most iconic animation studios, known globally for producing beloved children’s programming. From Little Bear and Franklin to The Magic School Bus and Babar, Nelvana became a cornerstone of animated storytelling throughout the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s. Their work has aired on networks like PBS, CBS, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network, earning a reputation for heartfelt characters, imaginative worlds, and timeless appeal.
About the Artist
Steven Ahola is an accomplished animator, illustrator, writer, and director now creating comic book covers for Dynamite, IDW, and Mad Cave Studios.
His past work includes fan-favorite animated series like Beauty and the Beast, Babar, Cardcaptor Sakura, Franklin, and Tales from the Cryptkeeper. A champion of childhood nostalgia, Steven proudly tags his work with #thisismychildhood.
Shop more art 'Made by' Steven Ahola
Book Features:
- 160 pages
- 7.5" x 11"
- perfect bound spine
Printed in North America
Art Book Details
- Brand: Nelvana, CBS, PBS
- Production / Publication: Artist Self Publish
- Shows: Anatole, Corduroy, Babar, Flying Rhino Junior High, Blaster's Universe, Franklin, Cardcaptors, George and Martha, Little Bear, Redwall, Maggie and the Furocious Beast, Rescue Heroes, Marvin the Tap Dancing Horse, Seven Little Monsters, Mythic Warriors, Tales from the Cryptkeeper, Ned's Newt
- Genre: Animation, Family
- Product: Art Book
- Program: Artist Art Book
- Subject: Published Art
ARTIST EXCLUSIVE | PRE-ORDER NOW OPEN
Cover A: Cardcaptors (Cardcaptor Sakara)
Cover B: Redwall: Tales of Mattameo
Cover C: Little Bear Cover
D: Maggie and the Ferocious Beast
Estimated Release Date: October 1, 2025
Art of Animation: Nelvana Collection
All Artwork by Steven Ahola
📼 A Nostalgic Tribute to the Golden Era of Animated Storytelling
Relive the magic of Saturday mornings with Art of Animation: Nelvana Collection — a limited-edition art book featuring the original marketing illustrations from Nelvana’s most beloved animated series, hand-drawn by artist Steven Ahola.
Created while working in the still art department at Nelvana Ltd. (Toronto, 1998–2001), this collection includes rare artwork from Redwall, Little Bear, Seven Little Monsters, and more — originally used for VHS covers, promotional ads, and trade assets during the CBS and PBS animation lineup era.
✨ Why Collectors Love It:
-
100% original artwork by Steven Ahola
-
Features iconic imagery from fan-favorite shows
-
A must-have visual archive from Nelvana’s golden years
-
Perfect for fans of vintage animation, collectors, and pop culture enthusiasts
-
Limited edition – while supplies last!
Bring home a piece of the animation legacy that shaped your childhood.
🧸 #thisismychildhood
About Nelvana
Founded in 1971, Nelvana is one of Canada’s most iconic animation studios, known globally for producing beloved children’s programming. From Little Bear and Franklin to The Magic School Bus and Babar, Nelvana became a cornerstone of animated storytelling throughout the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s. Their work has aired on networks like PBS, CBS, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network, earning a reputation for heartfelt characters, imaginative worlds, and timeless appeal.
About the Artist
Steven Ahola is an accomplished animator, illustrator, writer, and director now creating comic book covers for Dynamite, IDW, and Mad Cave Studios.
His past work includes fan-favorite animated series like Beauty and the Beast, Babar, Cardcaptor Sakura, Franklin, and Tales from the Cryptkeeper. A champion of childhood nostalgia, Steven proudly tags his work with #thisismychildhood.
Shop more art 'Made by' Steven Ahola
Book Features:
- 160 pages
- 7.5" x 11"
- perfect bound spine
Printed in North America
Art Book Details
- Brand: Nelvana, CBS, PBS
- Production / Publication: Artist Self Publish
- Shows: Anatole, Corduroy, Babar, Flying Rhino Junior High, Blaster's Universe, Franklin, Cardcaptors, George and Martha, Little Bear, Redwall, Maggie and the Furocious Beast, Rescue Heroes, Marvin the Tap Dancing Horse, Seven Little Monsters, Mythic Warriors, Tales from the Cryptkeeper, Ned's Newt
- Genre: Animation, Family
- Product: Art Book
- Program: Artist Art Book
- Subject: Published Art
High Grade Guarantee
Pre-Order comic books are shipped in 'Near Mint Minus' (NM- / 9.2) condition or better.
Free artist signature
Each pre-order comic book includes a Certificate of Authenticity / Autograph Ticket / Trading Card redeemable online or at a future event.
Collection Ready
Pre-Order comic books are bagged, boarded with an 'MB' sticker seal, and secured in a mailer, ready for your collection.
Edition Size Transparency
Each comic book release will list the entire print run and all associated partners, not just its share allotment.
