Ian Wallace (illustrator) facts for kids
Ian Wallace (born in 1950) is a talented Canadian artist who writes and illustrates books. He is known for creating beautiful stories and pictures, especially for young readers. Ian Wallace was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, a famous city in Canada.
He studied art at the Ontario College of Art. This is where he learned many of the skills he uses to create his amazing illustrations.
Ian Wallace's Creative Works
Ian Wallace has written and illustrated many books himself. He has also created the artwork for books written by other authors. His books often tell interesting stories with unique characters and settings.
Books Written and Illustrated by Ian Wallace
Here are some of the books where Ian Wallace did both the writing and the drawing:
- The Sleeping Porch (published in July 2008)
- The Huron Carol (published in August 2006)
- The Man Who Walked the Earth (published in August 2003)
- The True Story of Trapper Jack's Left Big Toe (published in April 2002)
- Duncan's Way (published in March 2000)
- Boy of the Deeps (published in March 1999)
- A Winter's Tale (published in August 1997)
- Mr. Kneebone's New Digs (published in February 1991)
- Morgan the Magnificent (published in June 1987)
- Chin Chiang and the Dragon's Dance (published in November 1984)
Books Illustrated by Ian Wallace
Ian Wallace has also lent his artistic talents to illustrate books by other authors. Here are a few examples:
- Sarah and the People of Sand River, written by W. D. Valgardson (published in August 1996)
- Hansel and Gretel, a classic tale from the Brothers Grimm (published in March 1996)
- The Mummer's Song, by Bud Davidge (published in 1993)
- The Name of the Tree: A Bantu Tale Retold, by Celia Barker Lottridge (published in 1989)
- Architect of the Moon, by Tim Wynne-Jones (published in 1988)
- Very Last First Time, by Jan Andrews (published in 1985)
- The Sandwich, with Angela Wood (published in 1975)
- Canadian Railroad Trilogy, by Gordon Lightfoot (published in 1967)