Claim: Michael Hague born in 1948 has illustrated classics such as The Wind in the Willows, he is known for  realistic detail he brings to his work and trained at the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles.
Evidence: Michael Hague (born September 8, 1948) is an American illustrator, primarily of children's fantasy books. Among the books he has illustrated classics such as The Wind in the Willows, The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit and the stories of Hans Christian Andersen. He is known for the intricate and realistic detail he brings to his work, and the rich colors he chooses. Hague trained at the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles.