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English artist and illustrator. She was one of the most prolific illustrators at the turn of the 20th century and is known mainly for her work in children’s literature, and secondarily for her scientific illustrations.
She studied at the South Kensington School of Art, and later at the Westminster School of Art and then the Académie Julian in Paris. She took lessons in illustration from Joseph Pennell and Maurice Greiffenhagen RA and her connection with Pennell led to commissions from J. M. Dent and Macmillan and Company to illustrate children’s books. She also continued to illustrate for scientific work throughout her career.
Her sister, Gertrude Mary Woodward, also worked in anatomical lithography, and was a lifelong friend of Beatrix Potter.
Born: 1862 in Chelsea
Died: 1951
Nationality: British
Gender: Female