“This charming narrative of a determined girl’s artistic talent and will to succeed in the family business makes a compelling story on an unusual topic.” – Kirkus Reviews
“This picture book seamlessly blends factual and fictional information into an engaging narrative. Thérèse’s story is inspired by real tapestries, real people and a real place, and Hinrichs has done her homework, researching the workings of the Gobelins Manufactory and the lives of the people whose work we still marvel at today.” – L.A. Parent
I was delighted to chat with Christine Van Zandt, co-editor for SCBWI’s Kite Tales. The interview includes questions about the process of writing Thérèse and visiting the tapestries at The Getty. Read it in full here.
Watch this inspiring video about Renée Graef’s artistic process while illustrating Thérèse Makes a Tapestry