About the Author
Michel Gagné was born in Quebec, Canada, in 1965. He studied animation at Sheridan College School of Visual Arts in Ontario, Canada.
In 1985, he began a highly successful career drawing characters and special effects for animated and live-action feature films. His 3 ½ minute independent short film Prelude to Eden is a favorite among animation students and teachers and has played in festivals throughout the world. Michel was honored by the International Animated Film Society, ASIFA Hollywood, with three Annie Award nominations.
In addition to his film work, Michel is a dedicated fine artist who sculpts, paints and creates mixed media works. He has written and illustrated five books. Michel lives peacefully with his family in southern California. He is currently writing and illustrating a comic book series entitled Zed, among other things.
