Jon klassen is a childrens book authorillustrator and animator renowned around the world for having woven the clever tales of i want my hat back 2011 and this is not my hat2012 which follows the same narrative as the 2011 work and was the recipient of both the american caldecott medal and the british kate greenaway medal for childrens book illustration. He won the 20 caldecott medal for illustration, recognizing this is not my hat, which he also wrote. Jon klassen speakers bureau and booking agent info. Boston globe horn book awards hbmjan horn book magazine jon klassen mac and jon says. For more information and to view samples of his work, visit him online at. Feb 16, 2016 illustrations by illustrator jon klassen. He is also the illustrator of two caldecott honor books, sam and dave dig a.
Jon klassen is the creator of i want my hat back, this is not my hat, and we found a hat as well as a bunch more amazing books he illustrated in the list below. Beautifully designed, funny and a little bit spooky, this is a wonderful book to share with young children, particularly those with. Jon klassen born november 29, 1981 is a canadian writer and illustrator of. Book illustrator turned writer jon klassen will share insights in hong kong on the creative process in writing childrens picture books kavita daswani published. Author and illustrator of childrens books on the complexity of. Ive looked at this as jon klassen is a favourite childrens book illustrator of mine, the dark by lemony snicket, illustrated by jon klassen. Davids, a village just south of niagaraonthelake, ont. Jon klassen created illustrations for the popular series the incorrigible children of ashton place and served as an illustrator on the animated feature film coraline. Jon klassen, childrens book illustration, graphic design illustration, digital illustration, internet art, light in the dark, illustrations posters, decoration, design. The wondrous, funny, wise and lovely we found a hat is the last in a trilogy of picture books starring animals and hats from gifted authorillustrator jon klassen. The lively, detailed yet subtle illustrations for your awardwinning cats nights out really bring caroline stutsons delightful. After working as an illustrator on animated feature films, music videos and. The fatheranddaughter picture book team select their favourite picture book pairings, from classics roald dahl and quentin blake, aa milne and eh shepard to lemony snicket and jon klassen.
How canadian jon klassen became one of the most sought. Illustrator and author jon klassen, whose most famous work is his recently completed hat trilogy has bought laughter, joy and hats to the lives of many a child and plenty of grownups too. Jun 12, 2017 jon klassen is the creator of i want my hat back, this is not my hat, and we found a hat as well as a bunch more amazing books he illustrated in the list below. Author jon klassen demonstrates how to draw a turtle youtube. He is also the illustrator of two caldecott honor books, sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn, as well as the shapes. Jon klassen students britannica kids homework help. This is a chance to learn more about who illustrated your favourite books, the influences that shaped their art style and storytelling, and some of their lesser known projects. Contact all american speakers bureau to inquire about speaking fees and availability, and book the best keynote speaker for your next event. Up book book art jon klassen design editorial illustrator book design layout childrens book illustration illustration children book illustrations mac barnett and me have a book coming out in january, but its up for preorder now and i got a copy in the mail not too long ago.
Klassen has worked on a number of high profile film and animation projects, including the u2 music video ill go crazy if i dont go crazy tonight, henry selicks coraline, and a tv spot for bbcs coverage of. Look below for some fascinating examples from several of. Dec 19, 2012 jon klassen is the illustrator of the 2012 boston globehorn book picture book award winner extra yarn. This is not my hat, winner of the caldecott medal and the kate greenaway medal. Oct 10, 2014 jon klassens newest book is dedicated to st. Jon klassen is an illustrator, designer, and concept artist hailing from ontario, canada. Nov 17, 2016 when childrens book author and illustrator jon klassen visits schools to read his new book, we found a hat, he also likes to read the green ribbon from a collection of scary. He has written and illustrated three picture books of his own and illustrated many other authors texts.
Celebrated author, illustrator and caldecott award winner not to mention red cap cards artist, jon is a master at creating tension and story arcs with very subtle details in his art work. Author and illustrator of childrens books on the complexity. In his bestselling debut picture book, the multiple awardwinning jon klassen, illustrator of this is not my hat and sam and dave dig a hole, tells the story of a. He is the caldecott medalwinning author and illustrator of i want my hat back, this is not my hat and we found a hat, as well as the illustrator of sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn by mac barnett, the dark by lemony snicket, pax by sara pennypacker and the nest by kenneth oppel. Jon klassen is the authorillustrator of i want my hat back, a theodor seuss geisel honor book. Extra yarn, by mac barnett, illustration by jon klaassen. He also created illustrations for the popular series the incorrigible children of ashton place and served as an illustrator on the animated feature film coraline. Jon klassen is the author illustrator of i want my hat back and this is not my hat, the only book to ever win both the kate greenaway and caldecott medal. Top childrens author jon klassen tells hongkongers how to. Triangle by mac barnett, jon klassen, hardcover barnes. Klassen, who speaks the language of the picture book like few other authors and illustrators these days, has created a masterpiece of honest feelings, emotional. Winner of both the caldecott medal and the kate greenaway medal, jon klassen is the bestselling author and illustrator of the hat trilogy, including i want my hat back, this is not my hat, and we found a hat. Jon klassen this week were beginning a series of blog posts that will focus on some of our favourite illustrators, their lives and their works. Look below for some fascinating examples from several of his books.
We interviewed jon klassen, new york times best selling illustrator and author of childrens books, including the 20 caldecott medal winner. In october of 2019, candlewick press released a boxed set featuring we found a hat along with its two companion books this is not my hat and i want. Jon klassen techniques and thoughts on childrens book. When childrens book author and illustrator jon klassen visits schools to read his new book, we found a hat, he also likes to read the green ribbon from a collection of scary. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I want my hat back is the first book he has both written and illustrated.
Seven questions over breakfast with jon klassen blaine. Canadian illustrator and author jon klassen began his career as a film animator before moving to the world of childrens book illustration. He is the caldecott medalwinning author and illustrator of i want my hat back, this. See more ideas about jon klassen, book illustration, illustration.
Medal for childrens book illustration, recognizing the 2012 picture book this is. Feb 02, 2016 jon klassen is a canadianborn author illustrator. Jon klassen, then a newly minted authorillustrator standing before a gymnasiums worth of school children, selected a shy third grader from the audience to collaborate with him on a piece of spontaneous art. Jon klassen jon klassen is the illustrator of the 2012 boston globehorn book picture book award winner extra yarn. Illustrating a book, if its somebody elses text, usually starts with by seven impossible things before breakfast blog archive one very possible2011 7imp retrospective before breakfast december 30th, 2011 at 9.
His own books are called i want my hat back, this is not my hat and we found a hat. Jon klassen winner of both the caldecott medal and the kate greenaway medal, jon klassen is the bestselling author and illustrator of the hat trilogy, including i want my hat back, this is not my hat, and we found a hat. Jon klassen once again uses short, declarative sentences, a minimalist palette and a hat to deliver a wallop of an ethics lesson. Is not my hat concludes with the release of his latest picture book. We interviewed jon klassen, new york times best selling illustrator and author of childrens books, including the 20 caldecott medal winner, this is not my hat, and i want my hat back, new york times best illustrated book of 2011 and 2010 canadian governor generals award winner. Click on a book cover or title for a brief description and a look inside. The dark by lemony snicket, illustrated by jon klassen. Laura lee animation background design graphique visual communication book publishing architecture art blog illustration art book illustrations. In october of 2019, candlewick press released a boxed set featuring we found a hat along with its two companion books this is not my hat and i want my hat back, calling it jon klassens hat box. Dec 16, 2015 jon klassen is a childrens book authorillustrator and animator renowned around the world for having woven the clever tales of i want my hat back 2011 and this is not my hat2012 which follows the same narrative as the 2011 work and was the recipient of both the american caldecott medal and the british kate greenaway medal for. It is about two turtles that come across a hat and what occurs when they decide to leave it be. Having explored the victims point of view in his debut picture book, i want my hat back, klassen now shines a light into the mind of a thief. The caldecott and kate greenaway medalwinning former animator delivers hilarious stories of fish, bears and turtles that you cant help but fall in love.
Buffalo news there is more to this book than meets the eye, and plenty to discuss around the caldecott table. He is the illustrator of two caldecott honor books, including sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn, both written by mac barnett, as well as house held up by trees, written by ted kooser. Discount prices on books by jon klassen, including titles like circle. One very possible2011 7imp retrospective before breakfast december 30th, 2011 at 9. See more ideas about jon klassen, illustration and illustration art.
Biography and booking information for jon klassen, new york times bestselling childrens author and illustrator, known for i want my hat back. See more ideas about jon klassen, childrens book illustration and illustration art. Nov 17, 2015 book illustrator turned writer jon klassen will share insights in hong kong on the creative process in writing childrens picture books kavita daswani published. He has also illustrated for maryrose woods the incorrigible children of ashton place series, and lemony snickets the dark. I thought of maybe taking his hat away and then calling the book i want my hat. An interview with jon klassen art of the picture book. Childrens book author jon klassen and the morally ambiguous. His illustrations for caroline stutsons cats night out won the governor general award in 2010.
We found a hat is a 2016 childrens picture book by the canadian author and illustrator jon klassen. Jon klassen is the author illustrator of i want my hat back, a theodor seuss geisel honor book. I want my hat back by jon klassen overdrive rakuten. He is also the illustrator of two caldecott honor books, sam and dave dig a hole and extra yarn, both written by mac barnett.
Jon klassen is the authorillustrator of i want my hat back, a theodor seuss geisel honor book, and this is not my hat, winner of the caldecott medal. Author and illustrator jon klassen walks us through his creative process and discusses sources of inspiration. Beautifully designed, funny and a little bit spooky, this is a wonderful book to share with young children, particularly those with a spirit of adventur. Jon klassens subversive hat trilogy which included i want my hat. How canadian jon klassen became one of the most soughtafter. Jon klassen is the author illustrator of i want my hat back, a theodor seuss geisel honor book, and this is not my hat, winner of the caldecott medal.
See more ideas about jon klassen, illustration art and childrens book illustration. Illustrating a book, if its somebody elses text, usually starts with by seven impossible things before breakfast. White readaloud award winner and a theodor seuss geisel honor book. Authorillustrator jon klassen will conclude his picturebook trilogy starring hatted animals or those wishing to be on october 11, when candlewick will release we found a hat. He also illustrated mac barnetts extra yarn and served as an illustrator on the animated feature film coraline. Dec 12, 2014 author and illustrator jon klassen walks us through his creative process and discusses sources of inspiration.
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