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Pete Oswald biography

Pete Oswald is an American illustrator, author, and production designer known for his work in children’s literature and animated films. He has illustrated several picture books, including the bestselling The Good Egg series written by Jory John. Oswald’s illustrations are recognized for their expressive characters and vibrant color palettes.

In addition to his work in publishing, Oswald has contributed to the animation industry as a production designer. He worked on films such as The Angry Birds Movie and its sequel, as well as other animated features. His background in animation influences his approach to visual storytelling in picture books.

Oswald has collaborated with various authors, most notably Jory John, on books such as The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Cool Bean, and The Couch Potato. These books have been published by HarperCollins. He is also the author and illustrator of Hike, a picture book published by Candlewick Press in 2020, which was recognized as a 2021 Caldecott Honor Book.