Amy Córdova is an artist, arts educator , conference presenter/ lecturer, and nationally recognized children’s book illustrator and author. Córdova has received the American Libraries Association, prestigious Pura Belpre National Honors Award, twice, as well as other national recognition for her vibrant art. Her delicious, saturated colorful paintings are found in Museums and private collections throughout the U.S. and Europe. She lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.