Loel BarrLoel Barr, a Kansas native, received her MFA from Wichita State University, traveled extensively, and spent many years in the Washington, DC area establishing a successful career as a freelance illustrator. She moved to the Hudson Valley in 2004, whee she works on fine art pieces as well as illustration. She's the delighted grandma of Charlie, Silas, and Maria Clementine, all of whom highly recommend this book. Read More Read Less