Annouchka Gravel Galouchko facts for kids

Annouchka Gravel Galouchko (born July 28, 1960) is a Canadian artist and a talented illustrator of children's books. She has won many awards for her work.

Annouchka was born in Montreal, Canada. As a child, she traveled with her family to many different countries, including Iran, Egypt, Mexico, and Austria. These travels likely influenced her artistic style. She later studied art at the Université du Québec à Montréal, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Today, she creates art using a technique called mixed media, which means she combines different materials and art forms in one piece.

Her very first published book was The Nutmeg Princess in 1992. She illustrated this book, which had text written by Richardo Keens-Douglas. Annouchka's partner, Stéphan Daigle, is also an artist.

Annouchka Gravel Galouchko's Art and Books

Annouchka Gravel Galouchko is well-known for her beautiful illustrations in children's books. Her work often tells engaging stories and captures the imagination of young readers. She has collaborated with various authors and sometimes writes the stories herself.

Award-Winning Books

Annouchka's books have received important awards, showing how much her art is appreciated.

Sho et les dragons d'eau (1995)

• This book was written by Annouchka Gravel Galouchko herself.
• It was translated into English as Sho and the Demons of the Deep by Stephen Daigle.
• The French version won the prestigious Governor General's Award for French-language children's illustration. This is a very important award for Canadian authors and illustrators.
• It was also nominated for the Governor General's Award for French-language children's writing.
• The English version of the book received a Silver Birth Award from the Forest of Reading, which is a program that encourages children to read.

The Birdman (2006)

• This book's text was written by Veronika Martenova Charles.
• Annouchka Gravel Galouchko and Stephen Daigle worked together to illustrate it.
• The Birdman was nominated for the Governor General's Award for English-language children's illustration. This shows its high quality in children's book illustration.

See Also

• List of Governor General's Awards in Children's Literature winners