Pierre's New Hair

Pierre, a bear who loves hair and roller-skating, enters a roller skating competition with his friends. He puts in hours of practice, training, hair styling, and costume planning, but can he get the perfect quiff and make it to the competition on time? Will he have the confidence to skate with his friends?

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 32 pages
\n Publication date: 01 May 2021
\n Publisher: Tate Publishing
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Winner of the 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize

Celebrating outstanding newcomers to picture book illustration, the 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize has been awarded to Pierre and his friends for their remarkable efforts in preparing for a roller skating competition. With unwavering dedication, they dedicated countless hours to practice, training, hair styling, and costume planning, determined to showcase their skills on the rink. However, as the competition approached, Pierre faced a setback when he couldn't achieve the perfect quiff for his roller-skating persona. Time was running short, and he worried that he might miss the deadline.

The question on everyone's mind was: would Pierre make it to the competition on time? Moreover, with his confidence shaken by the quiff mishap, would he have the courage to skate alongside his friends?

Pierre, a bear with a passion for hair and roller-skating, found himself in a thrilling adventure as he pursued his dream of impressing the legendary Poodle Squad, his favorite roller disco team. The judges were captivated by the anarchy and edge that Joseph Hollis brought to his story. Through his clever use of pages and layout, Hollis created a believable world that felt authentic and immersive. The details he incorporated into the narrative added up to something truly remarkable, making the judges appreciate the depth and complexity of the artwork.

Despite the absurdity of the situation, Hollis managed to build a world that resonated with the judges. His ability to convey emotions and create a sense of tension through his illustrations was truly impressive. The judges recognized the talent and dedication of Pierre and his friends, and their hard work paid off with the prestigious 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize.

This award serves as a testament to the emerging talent in the world of picture book illustration. Pierre and his friends have set a high standard for future entrants, and their story will inspire young artists and readers alike. The journey they took to prepare for the competition showcases the determination and creativity that are necessary to succeed in the field.

As we celebrate the winners of the 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize, we look forward to seeing the incredible artwork that will emerge in the years to come. The Klaus Flugge Prize continues to be a platform for recognizing and promoting the best in children's literature and illustration.

Congratulations to Pierre and his friends on their well-deserved victory!

\n Weight: 196g\n
Dimension: 260 x 260 x 8 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781849767712\n \n