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Matthew J. Baek

Matthew J. Baek (born 25 November 1971) is a Korean-American illustrator, children's book author, and graphic designer working as a government contractor for USAID. His illustrations have appeared in many publications, both nationally and internationally, including the Washington Post, USA Weekend, Forbes, etc.

Children's books

  • In God's Hands, 2005–2006 Booklist Top Ten Books for Youth
  • Be Gentle with the Dog, Dear, 2008–2008 Borders Original Voices Selection
  • Panda and Polar Bear, 2009 – Junior Library Guild Selection
  • N is for North Korea, 2012
  • Poonya the Red Panda, 2015
  • Pinecone's First Snow, 2015
  • I Am a Cat, 2016
  • Long Eared Bunny, 2016

Life

Baek was born in Seoul, South Korea. He moved to the U.S. in 1981.

Baek is represented by Donna Rosen. He has illustrated nationally and internationally since 1996. His clients have included Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, USA Weekend magazine, AARP, Forbes magazine, the Discipleship Journal, Samsung, etc.

He has working as a Senior Graphic Designer creating PEPFAR logo, Faith-Based Initiatives brochure, and products for USAID.

He is currently the founder of Stray Point Art Academy and Stray Point Project.

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