Renee Treml - Australian Kids Books
Renée Treml is an Australian illustrator and author best known for her beautifully illustrated Australian kids books, inspired by native wildlife and the natural world. After moving from the USA to Australia in 2007, Renée began creating artworks that capture the quiet charm of birds and animals, focusing on subtle details, gentle humour and a calm, thoughtful aesthetic that resonates with both children and adults.
Renée Treml’s kids books have been widely recognised, winning and being shortlisted for major awards including the CBCA Crichton Award for New Illustrator, Speech Pathology Book of the Year and the Environment Award for Children’s Literature. Her work is celebrated for encouraging curiosity, connection to nature and storytelling that feels warm and accessible.
Alongside her award-winning Australian kids books, Renée Treml’s illustrations feature across stationery, ceramics and fine art prints. These pieces bring a soft, distinctly Australian feel to everyday life and make thoughtful gifts for children, families and lovers of illustrated design.
