François Thisdale is an award-winning Canadian freelance illustrator and author based in Montreal, Quebec. For over 35 years, his work has appeared in children's books, news magazines, and corporate annual reports across North America, Europe, and Asia. He illustrated more than 50 picture books.

His work blends traditional drawing and painting with digital imagery, using collage, acrylic, watercolour, and computer manipulation.

Awards
David Booth Children’s and Youth Poetry Award Finalist 2024
Governor General’s Award Finalist 2023
Prix Hubert Reeves Finalist 2023
Norma Fleck Award Finalist 2022
Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Award Finalist 2020
Blue Spruce Award Finalist 2018
TD Award Winner 2016
Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Award Honour Book 2016
Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award Finalist 2013
Crystal Kite Award 2013
Libris Award 2013
USBBY Outstanding International Books 2013
TD Award FInalist 2013
Marylin Baillie Award Finalist 2013
Notable Books for a Global Society Award 2013
Finalist Prix des Libraires du Quebec 2012
CCBC Starred Selection 2012
CCBC Starred Selection 2012
Willow Award Finalist 2010
OLA Best Bets 2009
Glyph Award 2009
Bronze meadal Sydney Taylor Book Award 2006
TD Award Finalist 2005
Platinum Vision Award 2004

He has also composed music for short films and exhibitions.