Dace Krēsliņa (1986) is an award-winning Latvian picture book author and illustrator whose work blends emotional clarity, nature-inspired imagery, and a quiet sense of wonder. Her stories invite both children and adults to observe closely, imagine freely, and discover the hidden connections within the world around them.

She is the author and illustrator of four picture books, including a sustainability-themed detective series, one of which was selected by BolognaRagazzi as one of 150 outstanding sustainability books worldwide. In 2025 she received the Jānis Baltvilks Prize as the best illustrator of children’s books.

An active sketchbook practice and regular workshops with children are central to her creative life, shaping her visual voice and keeping her close to curiosity—the place where all her stories begin.

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