Gary Wilkinson is a freelance children’s illustrator and caricature artist. Born in Hull, England, Gary soon moved to Kagawa, Japan after completing his BA in “Product Design and 3D animation” at Huddersfield University. Working on illustration for both print and film, his work has been featured in the “Japan Times” newspaper and in music videos and educational textbooks. Gary also draws live and realistic caricatures for publication and private commission.

From the moment I first saw Gary’s work in Tyrannosaurus Hex and the Unluckiest Day Ever by Jay Miletsky, I was a super fan. I love that Gary’s work is unique and that you know it when you see it. Gary’s art is very fun, full of light, expressions, and great character design.

Gary and I recently completed Petey Perfectpants and the Silly Sock Puppet Problem with Jimmy Vee, and I had the opportunity to experience Gary’s work first-hand. Gary didn’t know this, but I’ve always wanted a caricature of myself, so when I saw that I got my very own caricature on the end pages, I was so thrilled!