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Anne-Marie Perksjustanillustrator@me.comPublished WorksThe Tortoise Who Bragged by Betsy Franco, Clever Calculator Cat by Betsy Franco, Clever Calculations About Cats and Other Cool Creatures by Betsy Franco- Stokes Publishing, Lines in the Sand; New Writing on War and Peace (Anthology) edited by Mary Hoffman and Rhiannon Lassiter - Francis Lincoln UK, the Complete Ginseng Handbook by Jaques MoraMarco - Contemporary Books Inc
Barbara Pollakbarbara@happypix.comBioBarbara Pollak is San Francisco based illustrator, author and painter who lives with an assortment of children, animals and fish. Her clients have included: Girl's Life, Time For Kids, Scholastic, Lerner, Penguin Putnam, Rigby, Rodale Press, Random House, Harcourt Brace and many others. She has also created interactive cards, posters, games and textbook illustrations for children and teen markets. Pollak authored and illustrated a picture book about gardening, community and food called 'Our Community Garden' published by Beyond Words Publishing in 2004. In 2011, Pollak and her husband co-founded Hard Boiled Industries, a new company which specializes in ipad/iphone/kindle and android based Apps for children. In her free time she enjoys traveling, painting and collecting all things Japanese.
Beppe Giacobbeb.giacobbe@beppegiacobbe.comBio Beppe Giacobbe graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Milan and then continued his studies in New York at the School of Visual Arts.  Although eventually returning to Milan, Beppe's palette reflects the lights of his beloved homeland of Sicily. Beppe's work is regularly winning awards in all the major U.S. and Italian annuals. Beppe is especially pleased that United Airlines currently includes his work in their illustrated campaigns; his imagery has regularly been on Travelsmith catalog covers; and his award winning graphic author portraits are covers for Rizzoli's classics. Beppe loves illustrating children's books... his depictions of city noises for Clang Clang!, was just published by Simon & Schuster. Aside from illustrating, Beppe enjoyed 12 years of teaching at the European Institute of Design and always makes time for sculpting from knick-knacks and pieces of wood he finds along his walks.
Bill Bassobillbasso@gmail.comn/an/a
CATugeauchris@catueau.comBioin business over 15 years representing around 35 NorthAmerican artists for the children's publishing market...trade books, mass market, and educational products.
Cheryl Welchwelchdesign@aol.comStreet Address686 East Passaic Avenue
Chris Beatriceartist@chrisbeatrice.comBioChris' has created art for books games, packaging, magazines and posters. His work has been featured several times in Spectrum, Exposé, Exotique, Painter and Fantasy Art Now 2, receiving two awards for Excellence in Fantasy and another for Excellence in Humor. His work has also appeared on display in the Lyceum Theater Gallery in San Diego, California, The Danforth Museum of Art in Framingham, Massachusetts, and The Gallery at Mount Ida College in Newton, MA. Chris received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Massachusetts College of Art in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dave Garbotdave@garbot.comBioDave Garbot is an experienced children's book illustrator that creates humorous, & whimsical images for his assignments. He specializes in "Where's Waldo" like scenes, games, mazes, hand lettering, and character development, as well. He lives in the United States, & calls the Pacific Northwest his home.
Diego Moscatomoscatodiego@gmail.comPublished Worksand I worked drawing and illustrate readings books for the following editors: Santillana USA, Tinta Fresca, Norma, Edebé,Puerto de Palos, AZ, Estrada, Pictus, SM y SM Puerto Rico. Work with the newspaper La Nacion in its magazine and supplements Moreover I collaborated for IIPE/UNESCO in the program for Schools of the Argentinian Bicentenary by illustrating a collection of traditional stories distributed in all the schools of the country, complementarily I worked for the Ministry of Education of Buenos Aires in the program of educational improvement. I am member of the Forum of Ilustradores and of the Association of Draughtsmen of Argentina (A.D.A)
Dominic Catalanodominic@annremenwillis.comPublished WorksAUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: "Hush: A Fantasy in Verse," Gingham Dog Press, "Mr. Basset Plays," "Santa and the Three Bears," "Frog Went A-Courting," Boyds Mills Press, "Wolf Plays Alone," Philomel Books. ILLUSTRATOR: "Mouse Island," Clink Clank Clunk," "Bernard Wants a Baby," "Bernard Goes to School," "Bernard's Nap," "Bernard's Bath," "Merry Christmas Old Armadillo," "The Reason for the Pelican 35th Anniversiary Edition," Boyds Mills Press, "The Extraordinary Pig of Paris," "the Bear Who Loved Puccini," Philomel Books, "Rise and Shine," Harper Collins, "Rabbit Surprise," Ramdom House, "The Shepard's Christmas Story," "A Tree for Christmas," Concordia, "The Bremen Town Musicians," Reader's Digest, "the Wide World of Suzie Mallard," "A House for Wanda Wood Duck," Ducks Unlimited, "Basil Bear Learns to Tell Time," Basil Bear Goes to Preschool," Basil Bear Goes on a Trip," "Basil Bear Goes to Church," Multnomah Press. MAGAZINES: Spider, Highlights, Ladybug, Turtle, Children's Playmate, Children's Digest, Child Life, Puzzlemania, U.S. Kids, Cricket. EDUCATIONAL: SRA/McGraw Hill, Fluency Readers/McGraw Hill, Houghton Mifflin, Creative Teaching Press, Reading Powerworks/Sundance, Wright Group/McGraw Hill, Hampton Brown, Morgan Caine, Metropolitan Teaching and Learning, Scott Foresman, Silver Burdett, Modern Curriculum Press, Macmillian/McGraw Hill.
erika lebarreerika@erikalebarre.comBioErika LeBarre has always been exposed to art one way or another as she grew up. Her father worked as a car designer for the big three until he retired, and her mother was and still is a ceramicist. Erika's parents always encouraged her creative side. Drawing was her favorite thing to do, especially dinosaurs and monsters as subject matter. Erika graduated from the College for Creative Studies in 1990 with a BFA in illustration. She worked at an art studio with other illustrators and designers for over four years. Since then she has worked as a freelance illustrator out of her home. “Erika's work is beautiful and highly original. She always comes through with knock-out work, on time and without a hassle. She makes art directors look good! She is very thorough in her approach to an assignment and makes sure there are no unanswered questions and no unpleasant surprises. A real pro!” -Kelley Cunningham, AD for Highlights High Five Magazine You can see more of Erika's work at http://www.directoryofillustration.com/ArtistPortfolioThumbs.aspx?AID=5450 http://www.contact-creative.com/search.php#383771 http://www.altpick.com/elebarre
Gaia Cornwallg.cornwall@gmail.comBioGaia Cornwall is an illustrator, (and sometimes animator,) who now splits her time between Brooklyn, NY and Providence, RI. After graduating from Pratt Institute, she worked on a variety of projects, –including producing a film festival, animating cartoons for network television and film, and working on a documentary– that gradually led her back to one of her first loves, illustration. Her work has been featured online, in interactive games, on assorted products, in films, as murals, and in various forms of print. Her hand drawn images tend to be realistically rendered, but with a whimsical touch, often employing patterns and botanical elements. Her favorite projects feature mischievous children. Gaia works at home with her two feline supervisors.
Herman Agencyassistant@hermanagencyinc.comCountryUnited States
Jed Alexanderjedalexander@sbcglobal.netBioIf you're looking for a classic and timeless look, my work harks back to the golden age of 20th century children's book illustration, but with a contemporary feel and rich palette. After working in the editorial field for 10 years for such publications as LA Weekly, The Sacramento News and Review and The Santa Cruz Metro, I was inspired to return to my first love, children's illustration. To further this aim, I created a portfolio inspired by classic children's tales, for which I received best in show at the North/Central Society of Children's Book Writer's and Illustrator's Spring Spirit conference in 2010. I also received an Ignatz nomination for my graphic novel work for Alternative Comics. I studied illustration at San Jose State University where I received my degree. I am a current member of SCBWI.
jennifer emeryjen@jenniferemery.comBioJennifer Emery lives and works in a tiny apartment in Minneapolis, Minnesota. When she’s not illustrating messy-haired, barefoot children, she can be found sipping a fresh cup of coffee, re-reading her favorite books or roaming the neighborhood with her border collie, Butler. She works primarily in water color and has illustrated eight children’s books so far along with countless educational materials. Jennifer earned her BFA in illustration at the Columbus College of Art and Design in 1999. She is a proud member of the Picture Book Artists Association and SCBWI.
Jim Caputojim@groggydog.comBioJim graduated from art school in 1986 and began his career as a graphic designer for an ad agency in Philadelphia. After doing work by hand for a few years, he finally acquired a Mac. This allowed him to move on as an art director working for a few design studios along the way. Illustration has always been his passion and in 1998 he opened Groggy Dog Studios. After sending out a promo piece, he landed an editorial illustration for the Wall Street Journal Classroom Edition. Groggy Dog Studios was up and running. “As a kid,” Jim said, “ I was always reprimanded for daydreaming and now I'm getting paid for it!” In 2000, he left Philadelphia and moved to Orlando, Florida. While looking for a full-time job, he took the time to develop his technique and experiment with a mixed media of watercolor, pastel, colored pencil, and brushed ink. This allowed for a fresh look and began doing work for magazines such as chickaDEE and Muse. After nine years of working as an art director by day and illustrator by night, he decided to make illustration a full-time gig in 2007. Jim quips, “My neighbors are convinced I’m hiding under the Federal Witness Protection Program.” His client list includes The Kennedy Center, Scholastic, Ideals Publications, Norwood House Press, and Harcourt. In his spare time, he enjoys physical fitness, going to movies, and reading. All of which provide an endless amount of inspiration.
John Carrozzajcillustration@yahoo.comtype of art workAssignments include: Children's books, Traditional and digital illustration, educational materials, maps, textbooks, newsletters, coloring books, greeting cards, postcards, t-shirts, brochures and posters. Style: Realistic stylized, conceptual representations of people and the natural environment including animals and landscapes. Media: Traditional watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, pencil and computer generated art including Illustrator, Photoshop and Corel Painter.
Joyce Hesselberthjoyce@spurdesign.comBioJoyce Hesselberth's work has appeared in national ad campaigns, theater productions and numerous major newspapers and magazines. Joyce’s illustrations have been featured in articles by Print and Step-By-Step Graphics and have been recognized by American Illustration, Print, Society of Publication Design, and The New York Art Directors’ Club. She has taught illustration classes at the Maryland Institute, College of Art and has lectured for various AIGA chapters. She is currently working on her first children's book, due out in the Spring of 2010.
karen craigkaren.craig1@gmail.comBioKaren Craig has been designing and illustrating for children for many years. She welcomes all projects, both large and small. Her first job was to conceptualize, design and illustrate kids' educational materials for Upstart, now owned by the Highsmith Company. This led her to a job with Nickelodeon where she was a senior designer for seven years, learning the many facets of working within the realm of licensed brands, products and properties. Karen has illustrated over 25 books for various publishers, based on the Nickelodeon series, Blue's Clues. Karen is a big fan of paper engineering and also enjoys creating 'artist books' of all kinds. The Museum of Modern Art published two of her pop-up card designs for their 2007 through 2011 Holiday lines. One of these designs was recently selected as a Louie Award finalist by the National Greeting Card Association. Karen's cloth book concept 'Play Pockets' was published by Innovative KIDS and received a Seal of Excellent from Creative Child Magazine. She is currently developing additional soft book and board book concepts, although she has yet to seek out a publisher. Inquiries welcome! Member SCBWI BFA Toy Design, The Fashion Institute of Technology
Korey Scottkorey_scott@hotmail.comBioHello! My name is Korey Scott, and I am an illustrator who specializes in children's books, educational material, and funny characters/cartoons. My illustration style (traditional or digital) is perfect for capturing the attention of children and adults. Not only are they fun to look at, but they provide a beneficial resource to a child's education. I love what I do, and I try to put something unique in each project while learning something new too. When I am not drawing (and many times when I am) you can find me telling jokes, making sound effects, speaking Spanish, and trying to make people laugh. Contact me now for your next project! RECENT CLIENTS: - English Ed Curriculum International (EECI) Yoon's English Academy books - Northern Speech Services NSS-NRS - Rubicon Publishing - Scholastic - Library Integrated Solutions and Associates - Jade Enterprises
Layne Johnsonlayne@laynejohnson.comBioI'm Layne Johnson and I've always loved adventure! And that's exactly what each new book is. A native Texan, I've drawn and painted just about everything! Being a children's book illustrator is also an adventure. I often ask kids if they know what an illustrator does. A kindergartener might say, "You write the pictures in books!" A third grader might say, "You draw the pictures in books!" But I say, "I bring books to life!" I don't draw or paint just what the words say. I draw what comes before the words, what's between the words, what comes after the words. It's my job to make the world of a book larger. I want the reader to "be there" in the book. And when they've taken the journey with me, to say, "Let's read it again!" Why do I do what I do? Because it's FUN! I'm still a kid at heart, so illustrating books for kids is my passion. And empowering children to draw and write is something I cherish — what could be better?! I earned my BFA from the University of Houston and have been a freelance illustrator for more than 25 years.
Lee Calderonlee@leecalderon.comPublished WorksCreated artwork for: Cricket Magazine Fisher-Price American Greetings Hallmark Guideposts Kym Abrams Design Levine & Associates EAT Magazine Children's Hospital of Orange County Current, Inc. Nordstrom Rhode Island Monthly Magazine Philadelphia Home Magazine As well as these folks in a previous style: Little Simon/Simon & Schuster Tricycle Press Scott Foresman Pearson Klutz Hooked On Phonics SRA/McGraw-Hill
Lisa Rushistorymama@yahoo.comBioI am a Canadian artist with a passion for picture books, and animation. I live in Clifton park, NY, with my husband and ten-year-old daughter. I am a member of SCBWI
Marit Menzinmmenzin@verizon.netBioMy kindergarten teacher, Lia, discovered my talent for drawing. I attended many art workshops and I had an oil painter for a mentor while very young. I loved to read books and I also loved to write plays and poems for school. In college I majored in Biology and Chemistry. After a few fires and one suspected carbon monoxide leak at my graduate school laboratory, I decided that I had enough of chemical threats and hazards. I then studied computers and worked as a chemistry high school teacher, and as a computer programmer. As I pursued my scientific career, I continued to illustrate while studying different methods of painting. I participated in workshops, entitled How to Illustrate Children’s Books, at DeCordova museum in Lincoln, Massachusetts. My mentor there was the acclaimed illustrator Ilse Plum. In the past 7 years, I have devoted my time to writing and illustrating. I developed my own unique style as a collage artist. My goal as a writer/illustrator is to teach young children through an intriguing story and captivating illustrations.
Marty Jonesmarty@mjarts.comBioMy body of work is fairly eclectic in its nature, and isn't specifically geared toward one type of illustration, however, all of my illustrations are realistically-styled. My preferred media are graphite, digital and colored pencil; I also use ink, watercolor, acrylics and airbrush as the need arises. Over the years I have created a large number of wildlife drawings, portraits, architectural and technical illustrations. I teach art classes for children on an irregular basis; I also do school visits. My first book jacket was published in the fall of 1999; my first children's book was published in 2000. My work has been published internationally in children's books, periodicals and on the Internet.
Melanie Hallmhallart@netstep.netPublished WorksOver the Riverbank , Shanty Boat, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Weather, On Passover, On Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, On Hanukkah, On Sukkot and Simchat Torah, On Shabbat, On Purim, The Seventh Day, Creation, The Magic Pomegranate, Christmas Presents, Hanukkah Lights, I Asked a Tiger to Tea, Over in the Pink House, Wintersong;A Poem by William Shakespeare
Michael Kress-R...mkress-russick@kindredpixel.comBioMichael Kress-Russick has been a freelance medical illustrator for almost twenty years, and has won the Award of Excellence for both Line Art and Textbook illustration in the Association of Medical Illustrator's annual salon. Recently he has become interested in children's illustration and writing. His book, Rogue's Alphabet, won the bronze medal for children's illustration in the 3x3 Magazine Show in 2007. His illustration for the SCBWI website contest in November of 2008 won first prize. His first illustrated PB, Moon Over The Mountain, by Keith Polette, is due to be released in September of 2009. He teaches color theory and design principles at Madison Area technical College.
Nancy Cotenancycote@comcast.netBioNancy Cote has illustrated over thirty Children's Picture Books. Her work has been featured in the "ORIGINAL ART" exhibit in NYC, Scholastic Book Club, Highlights Magazine and has earned many awards including the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award, Society of School Librarians International Honor Book, ABA "Pick of the Lists", Smithsonian Notable Book for Children, Florida Reading Association Children's Book Award, CBC-IRA Notable Children's Trade Book, Sidney Taylor Notable Book Award, and Parenting Magazine Best Book.
Sally Vitskysvitsky@comcast.netBio Sally Vitsky has always been drawn to the tactile quality of paper and the endless possibilities of constructing imagery in 3-D. As of late, Sally has focused on using recycled and “green” materials in her work. One of her favorite clients is the American Forest & Paper Association who is always happy to have another mode to stress sustainability and recycling efforts. Sally’s work has been included in the Society of Illustrators 3-D Salon and the annual 3 X 3 magazine competition. During the rare moments when not cutting and gluing, Sally is happily at home in Richmond, Va. with her husband and dog, exploring the growing local arts venues and The Virginia Museum, and enjoying the empty nest that resulted from 2 little boys turning, miraculously, into young adults!
Sheli Petersensheli@spetersenillustration.comBioMy clients include: National Heritage Museum, Highlights for Children, Renaissance House, McGraw-Hill. Professional organizations: Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, New Hampshire Art Association, Maine Illustrators’ Collective
sparklefishkengamage@gmail.comBioIllustrator, Ken Gamage best describes his work as being perpetually trapped in his fondest of childhood memories. After studying interpretive illustration at Sheridan College (3-Yr Dip) and Design + Art History at BCOU (B. Design), Ken began his now decade long trek through the world of illustration. Currently he resides in Vancouver, BC with his lovely partner, Sarah and is represented by John Brewster Creative Services (Connecticut, USA) and Meiklejohn Illustration (London, UK) Client List: Disney Publishing Nelvana LTD. The UTNE Reader The National Post Newspaper Trace Broadcasting Guru Animation Robeez Footwear LTD. National Marine Manufacturer's Assoc. EDINFO Press Scott Foresman Publishing Illustratortechniques.com Reckitt Benckiser / Dettol Detergent Aartpack, Inc. Corus Entertainment The Original Pop Ups Workhorse LLC Sterling Publishing The Washington Post Mainframe Entertainment Peaceable Kingdom Press Scholastic Canada The Magazine Group Russel & Herder Advertising ChickaDEE Magazine On Screen Entertainment Think Design Group My Travel Airways Saudi Arabia Ministry of Health The Women's Network Artamata Inc. Harcourt School Publishers Pronk & Associates Scenario Design Inc. Sky Kids Magazine Bill Smith Studios Houghton Mifflin Spider Marketing SRA / McGraw-Hill Sudoku UK Cambridge University Press Educate Products Inc. Oxford University Press
srnoblesteve@stevennoble.comBioKnown all around the world as the most prolific and versatile scratchboard artist in the commercial art world for over 18 years, Steven Noble has created a style around the scratchboard medium that encompasses a wide range of detail and style. Over the years, he has become equally adept in the woodcut, pen and ink, traditional engraving and steel engraving styles, as well as a variety of stylized scratchboard techniques. His highly disciplined and complex line work is based on over 15 years of experience using X-Acto precision knives carved into pre-inked clay boards which generate very fine line strokes which allow a versatility in the detail from bold woodcuts to very fine traditional 19 century steel engravings.Over the course of his career, he has created many nationally recognized logos and ad campaigns for a large list of prestigious and high caliber clients such as Coors (corporate/packaging logo), Exxon-Mobil (stock certificate), JP Morgan (annual report) and Mercedes-Benz (ad campaigns). A lot of his expertise encompasses a large volume of subject matter that include food, portraits, animals, maps, architecture, and corporate conceptual images. In 2001, he won the "Meade Show Award for Excellence" for creating the best corporate conceptual illustration for an annual report for the Wet Seal's 2001 Annual Report. In addition, in 1996 his work was recognized in the Communication Art Magazine for the best advertising spot for "Beaulieu Vineyards." Steven continues to strive for excellence in his work and is always up for the next challenge. One of his last projects was a series of illustrations for the acclaimed Children's book "Zathura" which came out (Fall 2005) at the same time as the release of the movie "Zathura". You can see more samples in the Workbook, Black Book, and Directory of Illustration. For a comprehensive sampling of over 2500 images of Steven Noble's work go to: www.stevennoble.com.
Stephen Savagestephen.savage@earthlink.netArt RepBrenda Bowen, Sanford J. Greenburger Associates
Steven Salernosteven@stevensalerno.comBioSteven has illustrated 18 picture books to date, including stories of famed authors Margaret Wise Brown (The Dirty Little Boy) and Bill Martin Jr (Chicken Chuck). He's the author/illustrator of 3 of his own stories (Little Tumbo, Coco the Carrot, and Harry Hungry!) Steven graduated from Parson School of Design in NYC, where he studied under celebrated author/illustrator Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are). Steven's illustrated picture books have earned praise from The New York Times Book Review, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, Children's Literature and other industry publications. In addition to illustrating picture books, Steven's illustrations and graphics are also seen in magazines, newspapers, advertising, books, product packaging, and retail interior graphics. Clients have included: The New Yorker magazine, The Wall Street Journal, American Express, United Airlines, Businessweek magazine, Gourmet magazine, IBM, Nickelodeon and hundreds more... Visit his web site (www.stevensalerno.com) to read bio, view more children's picture book samples and to view his other portfolios. In February 2009 his picture book "HARRY HUNGRY!" was released (Harcourt). In 2010 the remake of the 1951 Golden Books picture book classic "PANTALOON" was released by Random, with all new illustrations by Steven. In spring 2012 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt will release the picture book, "BROTHERS AT BAT" the true life story about 12 brothers who formed a professional baseball team and played in the 1930's - '50's, illustrated by Steven. He is currently working on a new picture book for Hyperion (Disney). Steven lives and works in New York City.
Suzanne Beakysuzanne@suzannebeaky.comPublished WorksOne Smart Fish Rupert, the Wrong-Word Pirate She'll Be Comin' Round the Mountain Fifi's Bath The Case of the Missing Grass
Tanja Bauerletanja@bauerle.comBioEven though Tanja has been an artist her entire life she has worked professionally as a Graphic Designer for over 12 years. Her design sense and strong composition and color skills can clearly been seen in her illustrations. Since 2003, Tanja has strictly worked as a freelance illustrator and designer with her main focus being children’s illustration. Her first picture book, “There’s a Coqui in My Shoe!”, written by Marisa de Jesus Paolicelli and released by ChiChi Rodriguez Books in 2007, won the 2008 10th Annual International Latino Book Awards for Best Educational Children's Book - English. Her second book “The Adventures of Salt and Soap at Grand Canyon” published by the Grand Canyon Association will be released in the spring of 2009. In addition to design and illustration projects varying from character studies, book illustrations, greeting cards and marketing collateral, Tanja has enjoyed working on numerous book jackets ranging from children’s titles to adult fiction and non-fiction titles. Her love of story telling drives her to continually refine her craft. Traditional mediums such as acrylics, water color as well as pen and ink are Tanja’s favorite, but she also loves the freedom that digital tools such as Photoshop offer. Tanja is an active member of the Arizona chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and helps out as Co-Illustrator Representative. After having lived in Germany and Australia, Tanja now calls Arizona her home with her family and her two Goldens Otto and Peanut and cat Ducky.