Paula Bossio facts for kids

Paula Bossio is a talented author and illustrator. She is known around the world for her amazing books. Paula lives in Melbourne, Australia.

She studied graphic design in Colombia. She also learned illustration at the EINA school in Barcelona, Spain. Since the year 2000, she has worked as a freelance illustrator. This means she creates drawings and art for many different companies. Her special board book, El Lápiz (which means 'The Pencil'), was published in English in 2016.

About Paula Bossio

Paula Bossio is an artist who creates stories and pictures. She uses her skills to bring characters and worlds to life. Her work is enjoyed by many people, especially children.

She started her journey by studying design. Then, she focused on illustration. This helped her become good at drawing and telling stories with pictures. She has worked on many projects, from books to advertisements.

Her Famous Book: The Pencil

One of Paula Bossio's most famous books is El Lápiz. This book is also known as The Pencil in English. It was published in 2016.

The Pencil is a special kind of book called a board book. These books have thick pages. They are great for young readers. The story in The Pencil is told mostly through pictures. It shows how a pencil can create many things.

Awards and Recognition

Paula Bossio's work has won several awards. These awards show that her illustrations are very good. They are recognized by experts around the world.

Some of her awards include:

• 2002: She received the Runner Up Prize at the Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations.
• 2004: She won the Encouragement Prize, also from the Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations.
• 2009: She was a Runner Up Prize winner at Katha Chitrakala.
• 2010: She received an Honorable Mention from A la Orilla del Viento. This award is given by the Fondo de Cultura Económica.

These awards highlight her talent. They show how much her art is appreciated.