Jane Tanner facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barbara Jane Tanner
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Jane Tanner, at her studio desk, in Melbourne Australia.
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| Born | 29 November 1946 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Other names | Jane Tanner |
| Occupation | Children's book illustrator |
| Known for | 1989 Children's Book of the Year Award: Picture Book |
Barbara Jane Tanner, known as Jane Tanner, is a famous Australian artist. She was born on November 29, 1946, in Melbourne, Australia. Jane Tanner is best known for illustrating children's books.
She studied painting and printmaking at the National Gallery School in Melbourne. For many years, she worked as a traditional artist. In 1989, she won a big award for her work. This was the Children's Book of the Year Award: Picture Book from the Children's Book Council of Australia. She won it for illustrating Allan Baillie's book, Drac and the Gremlin.
Jane Tanner's Career as an Illustrator
Before becoming a full-time illustrator, Jane Tanner taught school in Victoria. She uses different art materials for her illustrations. These often include soft pastels, watercolours, and gouache. However, she is most famous for using coloured pencils in her artwork.
For over 25 years, Jane has created many beautiful books. She has illustrated more than 13 picture books. Some of these books she also wrote herself. She has also designed numerous book covers.
Awards and Recognitions
Jane Tanner has received many awards and nominations for her amazing work. These awards celebrate her talent in illustrating children's books.
- 2022: Albert Ullin Award
- 2011: "Love from Grandma" was on the Selection List for the Family Award for Children's Books.
- 2011: "Love from Grandma" was also named a Notable book by the Children's Book Council (CBC).
- 2008: "Lucy's Cat and the Rainbow Birds" was a Shortlist for the Cool Award.
- 1998: She won the Christian Schools Book Award for "The Fisherman and the Theefyspray".
- 1994: She won The Wilderness Society Environment Award for "The Fisherman and the Theefyspray".
- 1992: She won the Human Rights Award for "The Wolf".
- 1992: "The Wolf" was a Shortlist for the CBC Awards in the Younger Readers category.
- 1989: "Drac and the Gremlin" was a Shortlist for the Victorian Premiers Award.
- 1989: She won the CBC Picture Book of the Year for "Drac and the Gremlin".
- 1985: "There's a Sea in my Bedroom" was a Shortlist for the Kate Greenaway Medal.
- 1985: "There's a Sea in my Bedroom" was also a Shortlist for the CBC Picture Book Award.
- She has been frequently shortlisted for the Yabba Awards.
