Elena Kucharik
American artist (born 1942)
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Elena Kucharik is an American children's illustrator best known for her artwork across the entire line of Care Bears items from the 1980s.[1] She was co-creator of that franchise along with Linda Denham. Kucharik is also an illustrator of the Christian children's book series Little Blessings published by Tyndale House.[2]
OccupationChildren's illustrator
KnownforOriginal artwork for Care Bears
Elena Kucharik | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 22, 1942 |
| Occupation | Children's illustrator |
| Known for | Original artwork for Care Bears |
Kucharik was born in Cleveland, Ohio and received a bachelor's degree of Fine Arts from Kent State University.[3]
As the lead Care Bears illustrator, Elena worked for American Greetings Corporation, who owns the trademark and her original art.
