Anna Walker is the author and illustrator of award-winning favourites Mr Huff, Florette and Snap and the illustrator of a number of instantly recognisable children's books including A Life Song, All Through the Year and Go Go and the Silver Shoes.
Anna creates her illustrations using methods including felt making, block printing and collage to create stories inspired by the quiet and joyful details of life.
Her illustrations for this year's Premiers' Reading Challenge reflect the wonder of nature with a focus on Australian native animals. The connected series of illustrations tell the story of a child's reading journey as the focus moves from the forest floor, to the tree branches and into the sky.
Anna's books have received a number of awards including the New York Times and New York Public Library Best Illustrated Book award for Florette in 2018, and the 2016 CBCA book of the year award for Early Childhood for Mr Huff.
Visit Anna's website to learn more about her books and watch the video below to hear more about her inspiration for this year's Premiers' Reading Challenge Illustrations.
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