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My name is Chris, I am an Children’s Author and illustrator based in Bendigo, Australia. I've worked on many cool projects over the years, some of which you'll see right here. I have released several books with Scholastic Australia (2 of which I have authored) and recently worked as Design Supervisor and Character Designer on the TV adaptation of "The Day My Butt Went Psycho" by Andy Griffiths.

In 2015 I was approached by Random House NY to contribute to a set of Little Golden Books based on the Star Wars franchise. My 5th Golden Book with them "STAR WARS: THE BIG GOLDEN BOOK OF ALIENS, CREATURES AND BEASTS" is OUT NOW!

I’ve also just completed the Pixel Raiders series written by TV personalities and gaming fanatics Steven “BAJO” O’Donnell and Stephanie “HEX” Bendixson. The fifth and final book Lava Island is out now.

My brand new series with author Nova Weetman and published through Hardie Grant Egmont is called NOAH and BLUE’S ZOONIVERSE. All 4 books “The Speedy Spidersaurus”, “The Outstanding Octokey”, “The Marvelous Moleon” and “The Tumbling Tigerdillo” are all out now!

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Massive thanks to my buddy @jameshartillustration and family for looking after me tonight. You’ve made my Melbourne book week a blast! xxx
Massive thanks to my buddy @jameshartillustration and family for looking after me tonight. You’ve made my Melbourne book week a blast! xxx
A few weeks ago I was contacted by a Mum who’s sure n desperately wanted to dress up as Rip from #pixelraiders for book week. She was struggling with a h ad design so asked if I could help her out. I drew up this rough template for her and sent it away. Today he had his parade and they sent me some photos. Scroll on to see what an awesome job they did! ... @bajostream @hexsteph @scholastic_au #bookweek2019 #bookweek
A few weeks ago I was contacted by a Mum who’s sure n desperately wanted to dress up as Rip from #pixelraiders for book week. She was struggling with a h ad design so asked if I could help her out. I drew up this rough template for her and sent it away. Today he had his parade and they sent me some photos. Scroll on to see what an awesome job they did! ... @bajostream @hexsteph @scholastic_au #bookweek2019 #bookweek
When the school library you’re visiting has an original copy of your debut book. 😊
When the school library you’re visiting has an original copy of your debut book. 😊
If you’re looking for some last minute Book Week costume ideas, then Noah and Blue have you covered! ... #bookweek2019 #bookweek #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #novaweetman @hardiegrantegmont @novaweetman
If you’re looking for some last minute Book Week costume ideas, then Noah and Blue have you covered! ... #bookweek2019 #bookweek #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #novaweetman @hardiegrantegmont @novaweetman
There are stacks of signed Zooniverse books at the festival bookshop thanks to @dymocksbendigo and @bgowritersfest Just head to the Capital Theatre this weekend and visit their pop up book shop. Who knows you might even bump into some other visiting authors while you’re there!
There are stacks of signed Zooniverse books at the festival bookshop thanks to @dymocksbendigo and @bgowritersfest Just head to the Capital Theatre this weekend and visit their pop up book shop. Who knows you might even bump into some other visiting authors while you’re there!
Had an absolutely amazing time speaking and drawing for some brilliantly vocal Bendigo school kids. Great start to #bendigowritersfestival #textmarksthespot #capitaltheatrebendigo
Had an absolutely amazing time speaking and drawing for some brilliantly vocal Bendigo school kids. Great start to #bendigowritersfestival #textmarksthespot #capitaltheatrebendigo
The Iron Giant is 20 years old. 20!! So I dug out this old bit of fan art to celebrate one of my all time favourite movies, animated or otherwise. . . . #theirongiant #bradbird #animation #animationfanart #fanart #theirongiant20years
The Iron Giant is 20 years old. 20!! So I dug out this old bit of fan art to celebrate one of my all time favourite movies, animated or otherwise. . . . #theirongiant #bradbird #animation #animationfanart #fanart #theirongiant20years
@roze_cakes made this awesome cake decoration based on one of my old characters. She was called “Sunshine Umbrella Girl” and I created her for a series of prints about 10 years ago. Very cool to see she’s still out there making people smile 😊 . . . #melbourneillustrator #kidlitart #characterdesign #caketopper #cakedecorating
@roze_cakes made this awesome cake decoration based on one of my old characters. She was called “Sunshine Umbrella Girl” and I created her for a series of prints about 10 years ago. Very cool to see she’s still out there making people smile 😊 . . . #melbourneillustrator #kidlitart #characterdesign #caketopper #cakedecorating
If “Bluey” Little Golden Books ever become a thing, please consider this my official application. . . . #bluey #australiananimation #melbourneillustrator
If “Bluey” Little Golden Books ever become a thing, please consider this my official application. . . . #bluey #australiananimation #melbourneillustrator
Stacks of books for tomorrow’s #nerdmania2019 @greatershepp ... I’ll be signing, running two Star Wars illustration workshops plus talking on stage about what goes into putting a Star Wars Golden Book together. ... Hope to see you there 🤓 . . . #creativebendigo #melbourneillustrator #starwars #zooniverse #pixelraiders
Stacks of books for tomorrow’s #nerdmania2019 @greatershepp ... I’ll be signing, running two Star Wars illustration workshops plus talking on stage about what goes into putting a Star Wars Golden Book together. ... Hope to see you there 🤓 . . . #creativebendigo #melbourneillustrator #starwars #zooniverse #pixelraiders
Hey Nerds! I'll be appearing next weekend at NERDMANIA in Shepparton. I'll have some books for sale, which I'll happily scrawl in and I'll also be hosting 2 drawing workshops for kids (7-12) through the day. Contact @wordandmouth for details about booking a spot. Hope to see you there! PS. How good is this artwork by Bendigo's own @godonvoodoomoon ?
Hey Nerds! I'll be appearing next weekend at NERDMANIA in Shepparton. I'll have some books for sale, which I'll happily scrawl in and I'll also be hosting 2 drawing workshops for kids (7-12) through the day. Contact @wordandmouth for details about booking a spot. Hope to see you there! PS. How good is this artwork by Bendigo's own @godonvoodoomoon ?
Anyone else catch those new Masters of the Universe action figures that were unveiled? They definitely made my wallet nervous. ... Anyway, I haven’t done much fan art for a while, so I thought this might be a good excuse. #motu #mastersoftheuniverse #heman #melbourneillustrator #melbourneillustration #fanartfriday #fanart #procreate #ipadpro
Anyone else catch those new Masters of the Universe action figures that were unveiled? They definitely made my wallet nervous. ... Anyway, I haven’t done much fan art for a while, so I thought this might be a good excuse. #motu #mastersoftheuniverse #heman #melbourneillustrator #melbourneillustration #fanartfriday #fanart #procreate #ipadpro
Thanks to Leesa from @little_bookroom for capturing the creating process of The Batagator. So many good potential #Zooniverse ideas formed with @novaweetman and room full of inventive young writers in the making. . . . #zooniverse #noahandblueszooniverse #melbourneillustrator #illustratormelbourne #hardiegrantegmont #novaweetman #chriskennett @hardiegrantegmont
A Batagator terrorises Mr Davy the teacher, while Noah attempts to capture it with his reverse gun! ... Had a fantastic time making mashimals with @novaweetman and a talented bunch of kids at @little_bookroom. ... We created weird creatures and thought up crazy stories. A perfect way to spend a chilly Saturday afternoon. #zooniverse #noahandblueszooniverse #melbourneillustrator #illustratormelbourne #hardiegrantegmont #novaweetman #chriskennett
A Batagator terrorises Mr Davy the teacher, while Noah attempts to capture it with his reverse gun! ... Had a fantastic time making mashimals with @novaweetman and a talented bunch of kids at @little_bookroom. ... We created weird creatures and thought up crazy stories. A perfect way to spend a chilly Saturday afternoon. #zooniverse #noahandblueszooniverse #melbourneillustrator #illustratormelbourne #hardiegrantegmont #novaweetman #chriskennett
FUN FACT: The illustrations for the two latest #zooniverse books were planned ahead of time using my iPad and the Procreate app. ... Here’s several hours worth of the roughing process for “The Marvellous Moleon” condensed into a less tedious 30 seconds. ... Surprisingly, these first passes are what actually made it into the book. Save for a few minor tweaks. I assure you, this is rarely the case. @novaweetman @hardiegrantegmont #noahandblueszooniverse #novaweetman #chriskennett #hardiegrantegmont #kidlitart #melbourneillustrator #illustratormelbourne
FUN FACT: The illustrations for the two latest #zooniverse books were planned ahead of time using my iPad and the Procreate app. ... Here’s several hours worth of the roughing process for “The Marvellous Moleon” condensed into a less tedious 30 seconds. ... Surprisingly, these first passes are what actually made it into the book. Save for a few minor tweaks. I assure you, this is rarely the case. @novaweetman @hardiegrantegmont #noahandblueszooniverse #novaweetman #chriskennett #hardiegrantegmont #kidlitart #melbourneillustrator #illustratormelbourne
Book Birthday love from @hardiegrantegmont ・・・ Happy July book birthday to these beautiful babes! Publishing this month and available in your local bookstore RIGHT NOW we have lots to love and fill your bookshelves with: 💕 @ailsawild brand new series The Naughtiest Pixie, illustrated by the lovely @saoirselouscribbles 💕 There’s a Tiger Out There by @sophievmasson and illustrated by @ruthpwaters 💕 Where’s the Footy is the perfect gift for footy mad kids these school holidays by @chrisroytaylor 💕 the next two Zooniverse books are here! @crikeyboy @novaweetman. 💕 get your hands on a brand new Billie B Mystery Bind-up @sallyrippin. 💕 now one for the older kids, A Good Girls Guide To Murder is the perfect school holiday thriller! @hojay92. 💕 💕 #theresatigeroutthere #wheresthefooty #naughtiestpixie #thenaughtiestpixie #ailsawild #billiebbrown #billiebmystery #sallyrippin #zooniverse #agoodgirlsguidetomurder #hardiegrantegmont #egmontuk #electricmonkey #littleharebooks #newbooks #bookbirthday #aussiebookworm #loveozmg #aussiereaders #aussiebooks
Book Birthday love from @hardiegrantegmont ・・・ Happy July book birthday to these beautiful babes! Publishing this month and available in your local bookstore RIGHT NOW we have lots to love and fill your bookshelves with: 💕 @ailsawild brand new series The Naughtiest Pixie, illustrated by the lovely @saoirselouscribbles 💕 There’s a Tiger Out There by @sophievmasson and illustrated by @ruthpwaters 💕 Where’s the Footy is the perfect gift for footy mad kids these school holidays by @chrisroytaylor 💕 the next two Zooniverse books are here! @crikeyboy @novaweetman. 💕 get your hands on a brand new Billie B Mystery Bind-up @sallyrippin. 💕 now one for the older kids, A Good Girls Guide To Murder is the perfect school holiday thriller! @hojay92. 💕 💕 #theresatigeroutthere #wheresthefooty #naughtiestpixie #thenaughtiestpixie #ailsawild #billiebbrown #billiebmystery #sallyrippin #zooniverse #agoodgirlsguidetomurder #hardiegrantegmont #egmontuk #electricmonkey #littleharebooks #newbooks #bookbirthday #aussiebookworm #loveozmg #aussiereaders #aussiebooks
Hey young Mashimal Makers! @novaweetman and I are holding a workshop @little_bookroom in Carlton North on Sat 13 July at 3pm. There’s an event link, with full details, in my bio✏️🎩 ... #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #melbourneillustrator #melbourneillustration #kidlitart #kidlitauthor
Hey young Mashimal Makers! @novaweetman and I are holding a workshop @little_bookroom in Carlton North on Sat 13 July at 3pm. There’s an event link, with full details, in my bio✏️🎩 ... #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #melbourneillustrator #melbourneillustration #kidlitart #kidlitauthor
Happy "Book Birthday" to the latest creations to emerge Noah and Blue's Zooniverse! Thanks to @novaweetman and @hardiegrantegmont for letting me be a part of this fun series! Also to Kristy Lund-White @roman_italic for putting together these books and that amazing title design! . . . #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #melbourneillustrator #victorianillustration #melbourneillustration #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist #novaweetman #chriskennett
Happy "Book Birthday" to the latest creations to emerge Noah and Blue's Zooniverse! Thanks to @novaweetman and @hardiegrantegmont for letting me be a part of this fun series! Also to Kristy Lund-White @roman_italic for putting together these books and that amazing title design! . . . #noahandblueszooniverse #hardiegrantegmont #melbourneillustrator #victorianillustration #melbourneillustration #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist #novaweetman #chriskennett
It’s been a while since I added to my #mondaymorningcartoonflashback lineup. Here’s Peter Potomus to add to the collection of amazing Hanna Barbera character designs. ... #peterpotomus #hannabarbera #cartoons #cartoonnetwork #ipadpro #procreate #mondaymorningcartoonflashback
It’s been a while since I added to my #mondaymorningcartoonflashback lineup. Here’s Peter Potomus to add to the collection of amazing Hanna Barbera character designs. ... #peterpotomus #hannabarbera #cartoons #cartoonnetwork #ipadpro #procreate #mondaymorningcartoonflashback
So pleased to announce that I am now represented by the amazing folks at @bookedoutagency . . . So if you’re interested in having me at your school, library or event then just visit www.bookedout.com or just click the link in my bio. 🤓
So pleased to announce that I am now represented by the amazing folks at @bookedoutagency . . . So if you’re interested in having me at your school, library or event then just visit www.bookedout.com or just click the link in my bio. 🤓