Illustrator Pete Oswald's 'Humble Pie' Blends Visual Design with Life Lessons

In November 2025, illustrator Pete Oswald and author Jory John released the picture book 'Humble Pie,' part of The Food Group series. The work combines visual storytelling with themes of empathy and humility, using warm colors, geometric character design, and cinematic composition. Oswald, a Loyola Marymount University animation graduate with film background, applies techniques from animation to create emotionally resonant illustrations. The book demonstrates how design principles like color theory and composition can convey emotional intelligence alongside narrative content.