Matthew Johnstone | Best-selling author of illustrated books I had a Black Dog and Living with a Black Dog; Creative Director
Black Dog Institute |

Matthew Johnstone is an accomplished author and speaker who has given talks all over Australia and the UK. Matthew has written and illustrated six books, three of which have been best sellers. His speaking career began after the release of his second book 'I Had a Black Dog' published in 2005 by Pan MacMillan Australia. Although this book deals with his battle in overcoming depression - his talks are inspiring odyssey of hope, resilience, the path to happiness and what can be learnt from coming through adversity. Matthew spent 15 years as an award winning creative in advertising, working in Sydney, San Francisco and New York. He has combined his career of communicating simply and effectively with his life story.