Paula Bossio facts for kids

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

About Paula Bossio

Her Journey to Becoming an Artist

Paula Bossio started her creative journey by studying graphic design in Colombia. After that, she went to Barcelona, Spain, to study illustration at the EINA school of art and design. This helped her become an expert in creating beautiful pictures for stories.

Since the year 2000, Paula has worked as a freelance illustrator. This means she works for different companies and publishers on various projects. She creates illustrations for books and even for advertisements.

Her Famous Book: The Pencil

One of Paula Bossio's well-known books is called El Lápiz. This is a board book, which means it has thick pages, perfect for younger readers. In 2016, El Lápiz was published in English with the title The Pencil. It has 24 pages and is loved by many children.

Awards and Recognition

Paula Bossio's work has been recognized with several important awards from around the world. These awards show how much people appreciate her talent as an illustrator and author.

• 2002 – Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations, Runner Up Prize: This was one of her first big recognitions, showing her potential in creating picture books.
• 2004 – Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations, Encouragement Prize: She received another prize from the Noma Concours, encouraging her to continue her great work.
• 2009 – Katha Chitrakala, Runner Up Prize: This award further highlighted her skills in illustration.
• 2010 – A la Orilla del Viento, Honorable Mention: This prize is given by the Fondo de Cultura Económica, a well-known publishing house. It was another important moment in her career.

These awards show that Paula Bossio's art and stories are enjoyed and valued by people all over the globe.