The Dromkeen Book

The Dromkeen Book of Australian Children's Illustrators

A Significant and Prestigious Scholastic Publishing Event!

The Dromkeen Book of Australian Children's Illustrators profiles and showcases the work of 79 of Australia's most notable illustrators, past and present. From Ida Rentoul Outhwaite's ethereal fairies to Jeannie Baker's vibrant, textured landscapes, this superbly produced volume makes an important contribution to the history of Australian children's book illustration.

Australia-Wide Search for Artwork

The Dromkeen Collection Archives were researched with the help of Kaye Keck, Director of Dromkeen, and leads as to the whereabouts of particular works of art were then followed up. Even in today's age it is amazing how many illustrations simply 'disappear' and even the creator is hard-pressed to know where the work is!

A softcover edition is now available through Dromkeen.
RRP: $92.95 (includes GST)

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Reviews

'This is a beautiful coffee-table book which cries out 'must-have' to anybody with the slightest interest in Australia's rich heritage of children's book illustration. But, more than that, we shall all soon be saying 'How did I manage without it?' For The Dromkeen Book of Australian Children's Illustrators is not only full of visual delights, but a practical reference tool, packed with information and insights.'

Robin Morrow,
Critic and Children's Literature Consultant

'A stunning presentation going right to the heart of Australian children's book illustration. This will be a book to be treasured for its own sake as well as being an indispensable reference for all students of the subject'.

John Cohen, Editor,
Reading Time