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Profile:
Born in Birmingham, UK, John Shelley studied illustration
under Tony Ross in Manchester then began a career as
an illustrator in London, co-founding Facade Art Studios
and working extensively in editorial and publishing.
His first major picture book the Secret in the Matchbox
was shortlisted for the 1989 Mother Goose Award in the
UK, and received a Parent's Choice Award in the US. Fascinated
by Japanese art, Shelley moved to Tokyo in 1987 and quickly
established himself in the commercial illustration market.
In addition he has continued to illustrate over 30 children's
books for both Western and Japanese markets. Shelley
is a committee member of JAGDA (Japan Graphic Designers
Association), stands on the SCBWI Board of Advisors,
and is the Illustrator Coordinator of SCBWI Tokyo.
Visit John Shelley's website at www.jshelley.com
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The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators is the only international
organization to offer a variety of services to people who write, illustrate,
or share a vital interest in children’s literature.
The SCBWI acts as a network for the exchange of knowledge between writers,
illustrators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers
and others involved with literature for young people.
The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Tokyo branch offers members
support, information, and education at a local level in mainland Japan.
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