Poly Bernatene is an Argentine illustrator and author born in Buenos Aires in 1972. Trained at the National School of Fine Arts, he began his career working in advertising, animation, and comics before focusing on children’s and young adult books. His work is known for its experimentation with different techniques, expressive characters, and strong sense of atmosphere.
He has illustrated more than 60 books published in Argentina and internationally, with editions appearing across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the United States. His work has received numerous honors, including ALIJA awards, recognition from the Association of Illustrators in the UK, and Argentina’s Pregonero de Honor award in 2024.
