Hello! Growing up with a mom who was a librarian and a father who was an avid storyteller, I have always loved to read and create stories. I also grew up loving to draw, often on scrap paper from my dad's office but also occasionally on the underside of the kitchen table.
My early career was in editorial illustration working on assignments for a variety of publications including the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. My work earned recognition from the Society of Illustrators, Communication Arts, American Illustration, as well as a National Magazine Award.
I now spend my time writing and illustrating picture books as well as teaching part time in the Bachelor of Illustration program at Sheridan College. Although I grew up on the Canadian prairies, I now live in Toronto, with my family and our dog Rosie.
For illustration inquires in the US please contact my rep at Morgan Gaynin at info@morgangaynin.com
For all other inquires please contact me directly at info@careysookocheff.com