Bonnie Everett-Hawkes, Published Children's Book Illustrator

Rodney Raises a Family by J. Caughron, illustrated by Bonnie Everett-Hawkes

I have been drawing, designing and creating since I was old enough to hold a pencil. I come from a family endowed with artists, writers, and composers, many whom have graced the pages of American history. I have illustrated over 30 books for children and educators, including an early reader's emergent series and I am the author of two books.

I began my publishing career in 1975, illustrating for Christian organizations and denominations. My work has been included in many children's magazines and ezines.

As a professional illustrator, I have entertained at numerous schools, libraries, festivals and museums. I am a proud member of The Society of Children's Book Writer's and Illustrators. I am an honors graduate of The Art Institute of Dallas, TX, where I earned a degree in Graphic Design. I am also an accomplished free-lance photographer, portrait artist and a member of The American Society of Portrait Artists.

My work has been shown world wide and commissioned by churches, businesses and foreign dignitaries. I work with many self-published authors and my goal is to help them achieve their dream of seeing their books illustrated and published. See more samples of my work at my web site, Bonnie Everett-Hawkes.com!