Moira Court grew up in the West Country, England. She emigrated to Australia in 2001 and lives in the Perth Hills. She has been a practising painter for several years and, as well as illustrating books, she exhibits pieces in art shows and local galleries. Moira is passionate about animals and enjoys painting them in her artwork.
This picture book by artist and author Moira Court has a distinctive visual style that makes it stand out from other books for readers aged three to five each double page spread features stunning collage, block print and woodcut artworks. -- Junior Books+Publishing The text is perfect for reading aloud with delicious words and a wonderful rhythm that is beautifully complemented by lively paper collage illustrations. -- Good Reading Courts illustrations are as gorgeous as her words, using texture, tone and simple repetitive shapes to depict the Antartics quirky creatures and to keep little fingers turning the pages. -- South Sydney Herald Young children will enjoy practicing their counting skills while learning more about an area of the world that captures the imagination. -- Kirkus Reviews