Louise Schroeder grew up on a large family farm near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada. In her twenties, she worked as a nurse, escaping the long, cold prairie winters by traveling to warmer climates around the world. These journeys led to unforgettable adventures that continue to inspire her art.
Largely self-taught for much of her career, Louise later refined her skills through formal fine arts study. Working with acrylics on watercolor paper, she creates pieces that reflect her love of travel, storytelling, and imagination. Her whimsical, vibrant style transports viewers into colorful, faraway worlds—no passport required.
Louise has exhibited her work in numerous shows in Canada and the United States. Her work has also been featured in stage designs, murals, posters and textbook illustrations for Saskatchewan schools.
Louise was the visual creator and illustrator of the award-winning children’s book series THE BLUES GO BIRDING and the illustrator of MY FAMILY FOREVER (previously titled GONE CUCKOO). She has received multiple awards for her art and books, including honors for Best Children’s Book Series.
Today, Louise enjoys country living near Austin, Texas, where she keeps chickens and continues to create. She is the proud mother of three daughters and grandmother to five, all living within the state, close enough for frequent visits that continue to inspire her life and art.
Awards
Writing Mentorship Award Nominee – SCBWI Austin – 2022
Portfolio Showcase winner – SCBWI Austin – 2021
Illustrator’s Mentorship Award – SCBWI Austin – 2018
THE BLUES GO BIRDING Series:
Colorado Book Awards Finalists – 2012
Purple Dragonfly Honor Award – 2012
Mom’s Gold Choice Award – Best Children’s Book Series – 2011
Mom’s Gold Choice Award – Best Children’s Book Series – 2010
THE BLUES GO BIRDING Series
Available for purchase here.
The Blues Series translated into Chinese
MY FAMILY FOREVER
Available for purchase here.
Great Job
Louise
funny I did not know about this earlier
I did know you wrote children books … wow
keep up the good work
I am sure there will be many publishers here who would be willing to publish
I am in touch with a few
I could work on some of your books to suit the Indian public if you like so and have them written in in our languages — hindi , marathi and gujurathi among other !
Simply blown away by your art.
Actually by your heart – a heart for others and for moving lovingly into their lives.
Blessings to you — and may our paths cross again many times in many ways.
Paul
Congratulations Louise!! Did not know you painted and wrote books!! Well done!!
Your work is still as amazing as ever.
I have one of your prints of the blues on a teepee feeder hanging on my wall.
I think of you often.
Reach out and let’s reconnect.
They are simply wonderful books
the paintings though lifelike and meant for children
they have something pure and innocent about them
great work
I would like to invite you to participate in our July Children’s Book Fair. It will be July 20th from 10-4. Because we are a nonprofit organization, we unfortunately do not have a budget to help pay expenses but would love for you to join us. We do provide drinks throughout the day and lunch.
Our book fair will be in our Visitor’s Gallery. We will have book signings, story times, art projects, and more – a very festive day. Usually we have around 1000 visitors for our book fairs.
Please get back with me and let me know if you are interested in participating, we have limited spaces for authors and illustrators. I know that our small guests would enjoy meeting you. I look forward to hearing from you.
Nancy
Wow. Well done Louise. You are beautiful inside/out. I’m so very proud of you. I hope you are too. May God continue to bless you and your family and loved ones.
Hello Louise, not sure if you remember me but we went to school together and took the bus to school. I was so impressed to find out you are an artist. Love your art, you are very talented. Congrats on your beautiful books for children. One never knows where life will take you but you found a special gift inside you and I am so glad you are sharing your wonderful gift. Keep up the great work. Your grade 6 school friend Jeanne Beaudry.