Artist, Observer, Translator

Oliver Jeffers is one of those rare artists that has gained household recognition with parents, kids, and teachers while also maintaining his work as an innovative thinker beyond the books. His critically acclaimed picture books have sold over 14 million copies worldwide. Oliver is an important voice on climate change, with much of his latest work focused on the planet and humanity. He speaks about power of storytelling, the value of community, and inspires audiences with his innovative art and creativity.

A personable and entertaining speaker, Oliver Jeffers talks about how humour and curiosity drive his creativity, his writing and illustrating process, and his career both as an artist and an author. In his 2020 TED talk, he offers observations on the “beautiful, fragile drama of human civilisation” paired with his original illustrations and animations.

Oliver Jeffers x Council on Foreign Relations: How to Fight Climate Change with Storytelling

Oliver Jeffers x TED 

Oliver Jeffers x CreativeMornings 

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