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Ted Lewin grew up in a house full of exotic animals. Observing them led to his interest in illustration. He frequently drew his pets during free time as a child and was encouraged by his parents and high school art teacher alike. However, he did not receive professional instruction until attending Pratt Institute. He paid for his art education by wrestling professionally. Wrestling, like animals, became a later recurring subject of work.

In addition to illustrating, Ted Lewin has also written many books for children. He and his wife Betsy travel around the world generating ideas for their books, some of which are collaborations. His books capture both the people, culture and wildlife of these travels.