Date of Birth: July 9, 1967
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
John Rocco, an acclaimed American artist and illustrator, was born in Barrington, Rhode Island. He is best known for his illustrations in popular children’s books, including the covers of Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson & the Olympians series. Rocco’s career began after studying illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design and the School of Visual Arts in New York City. He has worked on a variety of projects, from book illustrations to theme park design, contributing to Disney’s Epcot and the revision of the Fantasyland expansion. His work has earned him numerous awards, including a Caldecott Honor for his book “Blackout.”
5 Interesting Facts about John Rocco
1. John Rocco designed the original cover art for the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series.
2. He received a Caldecott Honor in 2012 for his book “Blackout.”
3. Rocco has collaborated with Disney, contributing to theme park designs at Epcot and Fantasyland.
4. He illustrated the covers for Rick Riordan’s follow-up series, The Heroes of Olympus.
5. In addition to his work in books, Rocco has also created art for video games.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Rocco
1. “Illustration is about telling a story in a single image, capturing the essence of the narrative.”
2. “Art has the power to transport us to different worlds and ignite our imagination.”
3. “Every project is a new adventure, a chance to explore and create something unique.”
4. “Inspiration can come from anywhere – a song, a walk in the park, or a random conversation.”
5. “Children’s books are a timeless medium, connecting generations through stories and pictures.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
John Rocco’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
John Rocco has one daughter, Alina, who has been a source of inspiration for many of his works.
Relevant Links
1. [John Rocco Official Website](http://www.roccoart.com
2. [John Rocco’s Biography on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/135969.John_Rocco
4. [John Rocco’s Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/John-Rocco/e/B001JS1FEW
