Latino Task Force of Monroe County

Valerie Bouthyette is a renowned graphic and fine artist and writer who has won numerous

awards. Nothing delights her more than illustrating and her passion

comes is evident as she brings author's words to life.

Formerly of Tobyhanna PA, her contributions to the arts has been well received.

Founder of the Pocono Mountain Arts Council (2001) www.poconomac.com

she is committed to her belief that the arts plays an integral part of our

lives and has been a fore runner in recognizing and encouraging young

artists particularly in rural areas.

Valerie's most recently provided first grade student's in Corning Ny with

a cooperative writing and illustrating experience. The work entitled

The Magnificent and Scientific Adventures of Mouse was recently published.

Valerie is currently working with www.futurewordpublishing.com as

head of the children's division and as a freelance children's illustrator

with guru.com where she has been one of the top 10 artists over for

the last three years. Her illustrations are responsible for children

smiling all around the world!

You can view Valerie's work at: www.vbouthyette.com

or email her at: vbouthyette@stny.rr.com

She currently creates in her studio located on a farm in upstate NY

were she lives with her husband Pierre.