Eugene Yelchin

Eugene Yelchin is a Russian-born illustrator who started with the Leningrad Institute of Theater Arts. He began his career designing sets and costumes for the stage, he also co-founded a children’s theatre in Siberia.  After he moved to Boston, he became an illustrator.  Mr. Yelchin has  received the Tomie DePaola Illustration Award .  He lives in Topanga, California.  His website is www.eugeneyelchin.com.