Max Velthuijs-prijs facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Max Velthuijs-prijs |
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| Country | Netherlands |
| Reward | €60,000 |
| First awarded | 2007 |
The Max Velthuijs Prize is a special award from the Netherlands. It is given out every three years. This prize celebrates the best illustrators of children's books.
The award is not for just one book. Instead, it honors an artist's entire collection of work. This means they get the prize for all the amazing illustrations they have created over their career.
The prize is named after Max Velthuijs. He was a famous Dutch painter, illustrator, and writer. Max Velthuijs lived from 1923 to 2005. The winner of the prize receives 60,000 euros.
The Stichting P.C. Hooft-prijs voor Letterkunde gives out this award. This foundation also presents other important literary prizes. The Max Velthuijs Prize started in 2006. The first award was given in 2007.
Max Velthuijs Prize Winners
This section lists the talented artists who have received the Max Velthuijs Prize. These illustrators have all made a big impact on children's literature with their beautiful artwork.
- 2007: Mance Post
- 2010: Thé Tjong-Khing
- 2013: Wim Hofman
- 2016: Dick Bruna
- 2019: Sylvia Weve
- 2022: Philip Hopman
- 2025: Annemarie van Haeringen
Sylvia Weve: A Recent Winner
Sylvia Weve is one of the celebrated winners. She received the Max Velthuijs Prize in 2019. Her work is known for its unique style and creativity.
