Desierto, Derek: - Derek Desierto , illustrator of Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes , is a Vancouver-based illustrator, designer, and overall nice guy from a nice family.
His ultimate goal in life is to meet Oprah and become one of her Favorite Things..
Currently, he is living the dream as a freelance artist for animated TV shows and picture books.
His animation work has been recognized by the Ottawa International Animation Festival, the National Cartoonist Society, and 9 Story Media Group.
Desierto, Derek: - Derek Desierto , illustrator of Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes , is a Vancouver-based illustrator, designer, and overall nice guy from a nice family