Ian Falconer

Ian Woodward Falconer (1959–2023) was an American author, illustrator, set designer, and costume designer, best known for creating the Olivia children's book series, initially as a Christmas gift for his niece.[1][2][3] He collaborated with David Hockney on theatrical costumes, designed over 30 covers for The New Yorker, and worked on sets for opera, ballet, and theater.[1][3][4] Falconer received a Caldecott Honor in 2001 for Olivia, which became a bestseller with multiple sequels.[1][3]

Ridgefield, Connecticut, USA Aug 25, 1959 Wikipedia
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