Shelley Ann Jackson

In my illustration career, I have worked for clients such as the New York Times, Berkley Books, and Faces magazine. I've enjoyed creating mystery book covers, magazine art, nature posters and more. But my true passion is children's picture books.

My first picture book, Little Lions, Bull Baiters & Hunting Hounds: A History of Dog Breeds was awarded the 2008 gold medal in juvenile non-fiction by ForeWord Magazine and received a non-fiction research grant from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. My second book, Upon Secrecy, was selected as one of the best children’s books of 2010 by Bank Street College of Education and nominated for a 2012 Beacon of Freedom Award. Harness Horses, Bucking Broncos & Pit Ponies: A History of Horse Breeds entered stores October 2011.

As an arts educator, I am an adjunct professor in Communication Design at Texas State University in San Marcos and faculty atThe Art School at the Austin Museum of Art—Laguna Gloria, all in Austin, Texas. I also visit schools to talk to kids about writing and illustrating books.

My husband, Jeff, daughter, Harper, three pups and I have made our home in Austin since October 2010.