Cai Gao: First Chinese illustrator to win Hans Christian Andersen Award chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-04-15 15:39

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/15/WS69df40a8a310d6866eb43980.html Renowned picture book master Cai Gao has been awarded the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award for Illustration, becoming the first Chinese illustrator to ever receive this honor. Her signature Eastern aesthetics have captivated the world, spreading warm hope for children's happy growth through art.