Julie Downing is an internationally published author and illustrator. She has written and or illustrated over 35 books for children.

This San Francisco artist is known for her innovative approach in illustrating traditional stories, and her list of books include; The Night Before Christmas, Lullaby and Goodnight, The Firekeeper's Son, and No Hugs till Saturday. Downing has won many awards for her work, including a Parent's Choice Award, and the New York Public Library Best Books Award.

She was selected to appear in Talking with Artists Too, a book about 12 of the nation's best Children's' Book Illustrators.

Downing is most noted for her rich, jewel like watercolor illustrations. Her work has been exhibited in galleries throughout the United States and England

Find out more about Julie at http://www.juliedowning.com