![]() ![]() However, it was at this young age that he also discovered a rare talent for drawing. His early school years revealed that he suffered from severe dyslexia, which has continued to be, in his words, “a lifelong companion”. ![]() He has illustrated such old-time favourites as Aesop Fables, Gulliver’s Travels, Hans Christian Andersen’s works, and Rudyard Kipling.Īs the middle child of five siblings, Jerry grew up in a small brick row house on a dead-end street in Philadelphia it was a modest but loving home. Inspired by classic contemporary literature and well-loved folktales, fairy tales and fables his stories often bring to life the small triumphs over something bigger than itself. In particular the rich complexities of the cultures and history of his African American roots, as well as for other cultures that are sometimes not represented in children’s books. His elegant and detailed images reflect his passion and desire to share his love for life and community. He has been described as a master watercolorist. Born Decemin Philadelphia to Willie-Mae, a homemaker, and James, a craftsman, Jerry Pinkney is one of America’s most admired and highly acclaimed illustrator (and often writer) of hundreds of children’s books. ![]()
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