Marc-Etienne Peintre
Marc-Etienne Peintre studied illustration at the Emile Cohl school in Lyon before moving to Paris, where he works as an illustrator of magazines and picture books, employing a playful and offbeat style that makes strong use of colour and texture.
Books
The Colours of History
Author: Clive Gifford
Illustrator: Marc-Etienne Peintre
Publisher: QED Publishing
Interest age: 9-11
Reading age: 9+
Full of fascinating facts about colour, this book focuses on a topic that is not often covered in children’s books. It offers a wide range of opportunities and new ideas for parents and schools, working across the curriculum through art, history and beyond.