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Joan Steiner

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Joan C. Steiner
Born(1943-10-10)October 10, 1943
New Brunswick, New Jersey
DiedSeptember 8, 2010(2010-09-08) (aged 66)
Claverack, New York
NationalityAmerican
Known forIllustration
Notable work"Look-Alikes" books
SpouseGeorge Rodenhausen[1]

Joan C. Steiner (October 10, 1943 – September 8, 2010) was an American illustrator and puzzle designer. A graduate of Barnard College,[2] she was the recipient of numerous art and design awards, including a Society of Illustrators Award and a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship.

Her first book, Super Look-Alikes, received glowing reviews and was featured on national television in the USA. Her second book, Amazing Look-Alikes, which was published by Walker Books, has over 700 everyday objects in disguise, ranging from paper clips to refrigerator magnets.

Death

Steiner died of cancer on September 8, 2010 in her home in Claverack, New York, at the age of 66.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ Iorizzo, Pete. "Joan Steiner's creations a legacy of delighting others". the Times Union. Retrieved 11 July 2017.
  2. ^ "Barnard College". barnard.edu. Retrieved 2015-06-03.
  3. ^ "Joan Steiner Obituary". Albany Times Union. Retrieved 11 July 2017.
  4. ^ "Obituary: Joan Steiner". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 11 July 2017.