Autorentext

Matt Rinard is a New Orleans–based artist known for his vibrant and whimsical artwork. His early interest in art led him to attend the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, followed by earning degrees in graphic design and art history from Florida State University. Upon returning to New Orleans, he further refined his craft at the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts. In 1991, Rinard established Spilled Inc., a printmaking studio located in the historic French Quarter. He went on to open his own gallery on Royal Street in 1998. That same year, he was honored as the official artist for the Mystic Krewe of Barkus—a role he continues to hold, producing the annual limited-edition Barkus print and serving on the krewe’s board of directors. Rinard has exhibited his work in solo shows across major cities, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Denver, New York, and New Orleans, as well as internationally.

Klappentext

Welcome to Reptile Ridge! Population: twenty thousand lizards and one cat.

The cat, Boris, has it good. Living in Reptile Ridge, he is a menace to all lizards and they are defenseless to stop him. Only Arnold, the skinniest lizard of all, is brave enough to face the fierce feline. His plan? A muscleman matchup against Boris. His fellow lizards doubt and laugh, sure that he could never beat the cat, but Arnold is determined to prove himself against the big bully and save the town from its feline foe.

With lessons in getting back up and standing up for yourself and those around you, The Feline Foe of Reptile Ridge, the writing debut of acclaimed artist Matt Rinard, is the laugh-out-loud story of a true underdog.