Belleville-based illustrator Carl Wiens has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than 30 years, producing conceptual illustration for books, newspapers and magazines. He has been published in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Time, Barron's Weekly and Esquire. Carl has explored works in different mediums including screen printing, painting and woodworking and has exhibited in galleries.
Carl grew up sketching birds and identifying insects and butterflies. Being outside and surrounded by nature is a source of energy and inspiration. He has illustrated a number of children's books such as ‘The Science of Song’ (published by Kids Can Press, written by Alan Cross) and 'Wild Buildings and Bridges’ (Kids Can Press), a book about architecture informed and inspired by nature.
In addition to his art, Carl teaches science and technology-based illustration at Sheridan College where he is continually inspired by the dedication and creativity of the next generation of illustrators.
