Hello, my name is Gabriel Evans and I’m a Australian children’s book author and illustrator.

With a coffee in hand, I spend my day making heartfelt and humorous picture books in pencil, ink and watercolour.

Welcome and enjoy browsing my books, illustrations and sketches – ideally with your own coffee in hand.

Photo of Gabriel Evans by Julia Rau

“Gabriel Evans is fast becoming one of the most consistently delightful Australian picture book creators of recent years.”

Books + Publishing

Listen, Hippo!

When Billy is feeling sad, he wishes he had someone to talk to. He thinks what he needs is someone to listen . . . but his best friend, Hippo, believes he knows exactly what Billy needs!

A wise and beautiful picture book that explores with gentle warmth and humour the nature of feelings and the importance of being heard.
(Penguin Australia / May 2024)


The Children’s Book Council of Australia shortlisted and notable books.

“Gabriel’s accomplished balance between words and pictures highlights the true magic that can be created in a picture book.” – Kids’ Book Review