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1. What Do You See?

Author

Robinson, Lolly

Subjects
*ART museums, *ART exhibitions, *CHILDREN'S books, *ART in education, *BOOK illustration, *PICTURE books for children
Abstract

The article presents information on the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts. The article discusses features of the museum and includes details of the first exhibit curated by museum director Ann Clark. The author also discusses the role of the museum in promoting art to children.

Published
2003

2. Soft Spot for Americans, Endorsed by Rabbits and Puddle-Ducks.

Author

Glueck, Grace

Subjects
*WOMEN illustrators, *BOOK illustration, *ART exhibitions, *CHILDREN'S books, *ART museums
Abstract

The article reviews the exhibition "Beatrix Potter in America," at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts. After more than 100 years, British author Beatrix Potter still attracts new readers. A Beatrix Potter Society was founded in 1980 to promote the study of her life and work. This year the society is holding its 25th annual conference in conjunction with a Potter show. The museum was founded by illustrator Eric Carle. The show presents original artwork and other Potter ephemera from American collections. Potter's work was strongly influenced by American illustrator Joel Chandler Harris.

Published
2005

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