Maurice Sendak: 50 Years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons
http://news.el-observador.com/2013/05/23/maurice-sendak-50-years-50-works-50-reasons/
May 23 to July 7, 2013
The Walt
Disney Family
Museum presents the
special exhibition featuring 50 works by the legendary author and illustrator,
accompanied by 50 statements from celebrities, authors, and noted personalities
on the influence of Sendak’s work, all in celebration the 50th anniversary of
his universally revered book, Where the Wild Things Are.
The exhibition includes 50 original works from Where the
Wild Things Are in a variety of mediums including sketches, illustrations, and
works on paper, and showcases highlights from Sendak’s career and the diverse
art forms in which he was renowned. Many of the works are from private
collections and friends of the artist, offering a survey of his range as an
artist and author. It is widely known that Sendak decided to become an
illustrator at the young age of 12 after watching Disney’s film Fantasia
(1940). He also amassed a collection of Mickey Mouse and other Disney
memorabilia throughout his lifetime.
From children’s literature, animated films, and textbooks to
Broadway and opera, Sendak garnered worldwide acclaim for his genius and
insight. Among the contributing commentators to the exhibition are playwright
and screenwriter Tony Kushner, comedian Stephan Colbert, artist Robert Crumb,
director Spike Jonze, President Barack Obama, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg,
actor/director Tom Hanks, and author Lemony Snicket.
Maurice Sendak
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maurice_Sendak
Maurice Bernard Sendak ( June 10, 1928 – May 8, 2012) was an
American illustrator and writer of children's books. He became widely known for
his book Where the Wild Things Are, first published in 1963. Born to
Jewish-Polish parents, his childhood was affected by the death of many of his
family members during the Holocaust. Besides Where the Wild Things Are, Sendak
also wrote works such as In the Night Kitchen and Outside Over There, and
illustrated Little Bear.
photos
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