Philippe Biard

Philip Biard (1959) graduated from the prestigious National School of Fine Arts of Paris and the National School of Applied Arts and Crafts of Paris (1976-1980). He initially honed his craft in advertising and design, collaborating with renowned figures like Jean-François Bodin and Andrée Putman. From 1987, Biard worked as a children’s illustrator and graphic designer for publishers such as Bayard, Casterman, and Gallimard Jeunesse. His work has donned the pages of magazines and guidebooks, capturing the essence of Air France, Beaux-Arts, and more. As an educator, he taught aspiring illustrators at ESAT Art School in Paris from 2002 to 2013. 

Philip Biard’s vibrant illustrations bring the narrative to life in The Moon, The Pyramid and Building Sites, creating exciting adventures for his young readers.