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Swiss Grand Award for Design
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Étienne Delessert
1941-01-04 – 2024-04-21
Life & Legacy
Étienne Delessert (4 January 1941 in Lausanne – 21 April 2024 in Lakeville) was a Swiss self-taught graphic artist and illustrator. He is largely known for his animated series Yok-Yok and his collaboration with Eugène Ionesco, on Stories "1" and "2", as well as his work with child psychologist Jean Piaget.
His work focused on expanding the child's mind through the use of strange stories often designed to make children ask questions. He considered himself first and foremost a story teller. His creative process involved mostly digital media in combination with hand sketching.
For his lasting contribution as a children's illustrator, Delessert was a finalist for the biennial, international Hans Christian Andersen Award in both 2006 and 2010.
Delessert died from cancer on 21 April 2024, at the age of 83.
Occupation & Career
writer, illustrator, graphic designer, painter, children's writer, graphic artist, picture book writer, artist
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Swiss Grand Award for Design
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Honors & Awards
Swiss Grand Award for Design
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