Esther Brann facts for kids
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Esther Brann
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| Born | July 21, 1899 New York, New York
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| Died | January 9, 1998 (aged 98) Ventura, California
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| Nationality | American |
| Education | Art Students' League, Cooper Union, the National Academy of Design, and the Fontainebleau School of Fine Arts in France |
| Known for | Illustration |
| Spouse(s) | Richard Schorr |
Esther Brann (born July 21, 1899 – died January 9, 1998) was an American writer and artist. She was famous for writing and illustrating books for children.
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Becoming an Artist
Esther Brann was born in New York City. She loved art and studied at several well-known schools. These included the Art Students League of New York and Cooper Union. She also attended the National Academy of Design. To further her skills, she studied at the Fontainebleau School of Fine Arts in France.
Her Creative Career
After finishing her art studies in France, Esther Brann came back to New York. She wanted to find a job as an illustrator. An illustrator is someone who draws pictures for books or magazines. When she couldn't find work right away, she decided to create her own opportunities. She started writing her own stories and drawing the pictures for them. This is how she became a children's author and illustrator.
Esther Brann's hard work paid off. She was recognized as one of the top ten national award winners for her children's books.
Travels and Inspiration
Esther Brann had an interesting life. She traveled all over the world with her husband and son. Her husband was in the Navy, which meant they moved a lot. They lived in places like Guam, Florida, Virginia, and California. These travels were very important to her. They gave her many ideas for her writing and the pictures she drew.
Later Life
Esther Brann Schorr passed away on January 3, 1998. She died in Ventura, California.
Books She Wrote and Illustrated
- Nanette of the Wooden Shoes (1922)
- A Quebec Sketchbook (1926)
- Lupe Goes to School (1930)
- Nicolina (1931)
- Yann and His Island (1932)
- Bobbie and Donnie Were Twins (1933)
- Around the World With Esther Brann (1935)
- Another New Year With Bobbie and Donnie (1936)
- Patrick Was His Name (1938)
- Patrick Goes A-Hunting (1940)
- Five Puppies for Sale (1948)
- Book for Baby
Books She Illustrated for Others
- Edna Albert's Little Pilgrim to Penn's Woods
- Edna Albert’s The Shawl with the Yellow Bells
- Mary Jane Carr's Children of the Covered Wagon
See also
In Spanish: Esther Brann para niños
