Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2013-05-02
Invested on: 2014-11-21
For her contributions as a children’s book illustrator and author, widely known for her creative use of the medium of Plasticine.
Illustrator and author Barbara Reid is an innovator in children’s literature. She is a pioneer in using Plasticine to create marvellous tableaux, which are then photographed to accompany the stories in children’s books. Her detail-rich and colourful creations have helped to spark the imagination and artistic vision of her young readers, and her award-winning books have inspired countless children to become lifelong readers. She has also delighted kids by providing hands-on Plasticine workshops at local schools and libraries.