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Kathryn Durst

Kathryn Durst grew up in Peterborough, Canada, and has been drawing ever since she could hold a pencil. She has a passion for children's illustration. She works in a variety of styles, using both traditional and digital mediums. Her art has been described as charming, whimsical, expressive, and full of life.

Kathryn attended Sheridan College for the Bachelor of Applied Arts 2D Animation Program. In her third year, she completed her internship at Pixar Animation Studios for storyboarding. She also works as an animator, filmmaker, and puppeteer. Kathryn also loves dancing, sewing, sculpting, playing accordion, cooking, and hanging out with her mini dachshund, Chili Dog. She is based in Toronto.

Books by Kathryn Durst

Natterjack Toad Makes a Mighty Crunch

How to High Tea with a Hyena (and Not Get Eaten)

Pugs Cause Traffic Jams

How to Promenade with a Python (and Not Get Eaten)

Grandude's Green Submarine

How to Promenade with a Python (and Not Get Eaten)

Arlo, Mrs. Ogg, and the Dinosaur Zoo

You're in Good Paws

Hey Grandude!

Merry Christmas, Mary Christmas!