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Jerry Pinkney
AuthorBooks · Second hand1939-2021
Jerry Pinkney was an American illustrator and writer of children's literature. Pinkney illustrated over 100 books since 1964, including picture books, nonfiction titles and novels. Pinkney's works addressed diverse themes and were usually done in watercolors.
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About Jerry Pinkney
Birth
1939
Death
2021
First book
1964
Years writing
57
Jerry Pinkney was an American illustrator and writer of children's literature. Pinkney illustrated over 100 books since 1964, including picture books, nonfiction titles and novels. Pinkney's works addressed diverse themes and were usually done in watercolors.
Jerry Pinkney was a prolific American illustrator who brought over 100 books to life throughout his career.
His preferred artistic technique was watercolor, which he used to give his characters a unique sensitivity.
In addition to his work as a writer and illustrator, Pinkney excelled as a postage stamp designer.
His work focused primarily on children's literature, exploring folklore and fairy tales.
He was awarded the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 2010 for his masterful version of The Lion & the Mouse.
