Stephen T. Johnson

Stephen T. Johnson is a Lecturer in Illustration & Animation at the University of Kansas's School of Architecture & Design. His work bridges visual art, conceptual ideas, and narrative forms, spanning public art commissions, museum exhibitions, and award-winning children's books like Alphabet City (Caldecott Honor recipient). His art is held in prestigious collections such as the National Portrait Gallery (Smithsonian Institution) and the New Britain Museum of American Art.

He has contributed to cultural projects including collaborations with notable figures like musician Paul Simon and actress Cherry Jones. His practice emphasizes interdisciplinary connections between words, objects, and visual storytelling.

• Awards: Caldecott Honor, New York Times Best Illustrated Book
• Exhibitions: Carnegie Mellon University, New Britain Museum of American Art, Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery