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About the Artist |
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Michael Glenn Monroe has known he wanted to be an artist since he was a young child. Blessed with natural ability and parents who nurtured his need for the great outdoors, Michael eventually grew to realize his dream. Now 45, Michael enjoys being a successful Wildlife Artist, illustrating children's books, and traveling the nation speaking to children about wildlife, conservation and about never giving up on your dreams.
Known in the wildlife art world for his realistic wildlife paintings, Michael's books have been the most fun for him. It gives him a chance to use his imagination while creating the characters that inhabit his books. His book, A Wish to be a Christmas Tree has become a holiday favorite. The book was written by his wife Colleen and has been read on television by both Katie Couric and Mitch Albom. Michael enjoyed the chance to give a personality to a large tree who had never been chosen for Christmas while still showcasing his ability to paint realistic wildlife.
In 2002 Michael was chosen to paint the official Easter Egg of Michigan which represented the state in a White House display. His realistic wildlife paintings have earned him the honor of Michigan Wildlife Artist of the Year, 1997 Michigan Duck stamp, Minnesota Deer Hunters Artist of the Year, and 2000 Ducks Unlimited Stamp to name just a few.
His most recent honor was being chosen to paint the 2007 Holiday for the White House and the Friends and Family Christmas bulb personally given away by the President and Mrs. Bush. He was invited to visit the White House with his family.
His illustrating work has won him many awards including Best Children's Book 2006 from the Writer's Notes Magazine, for his book, A is for Ark, Noah's Journey and Best Children's Book 2007 for his book, I saw it in the Garden.
His newest release is The Christmas Boot, written by well-known children's author, Lisa Wheeler.
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