Birthdate: December 16, 1932
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Sidcup, Kent, England
Sir Quentin Saxby Blake is a highly skilled English cartoonist, caricaturist, illustrator, and children’s writer. Throughout his impressive career, he has worked on over 300 books. He is particularly well-known for illustrating 18 books written by the famous author Roald Dahl, a collaboration that has received widespread acclaim. Blake’s significant impact on children’s literature has earned him prestigious awards, including the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2002. Serving as the first British Children’s Laureate from 1999 to 2001, he has cemented his influence in the world of children’s illustration and writing. As a patron of the Association of Illustrators, Blake continues to amaze and engage audiences with his creative and imaginative work.
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