Each Learning Center exhibition features original work by a renowned picture-book illustrator. Past exhibitions have featured Eric Carle, Jerry Pinkney, Giselle Potter, Peter Sís, William Wegman, and Ed Young, to name a few. Once a year we also present children’s art from our member schools.
Younger Artists: New York Stories
In the Learning Center
January 15 – February 19, 2012
Opening Reception: Wednesday, January, 18, 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Original art and books created by students, inspired by their visits to New York, New York! The 20th Century and Storied City: New York in Picture Book Art, will be displayed in the Learning Center. Items can be made by individual students, groups, or entire classes.
Looking ahead
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Young Artists 2012
March 4 - 11, 2012Student art fills the KMA galleries for one week in March. This annual exhibition of works by seniors from member high schools gives aspiring artists an opportunity to participate in all aspects of a museum exhibition. With the guidance of professionals, the participants organize, publicize, curate, and mount their own exhibition. Family, friends, and artists are invited to celebrate at the opening reception.
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The Art of Grace Lin
March 25 - September 2, 2012Bold, bright, and bursting with jelly-bean colors, Grace Lin’s child-friendly picture books offer insight into Chinese culture and folklore for our youngest visitors. Her charming depictions of Chinese and Chinese-American family life and celebrations will delight young viewers and spark conversation about enduring Chinese-American traditions. Works from several of Lin’s popular books will be on display for visitors to enjoy.
