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Belmont Gallery of Art presents - Books on the Charles - 25 Years of Charlesbridge Picture Book Illustrators March 30-May 18
Books on the Charles - 25 Years of Charlesbridge Picture Book Illustrators
The Belmont Gallery of Art presents a special exhibit celebrating the illustrators of Charlesbridge Publishing March 30-May 17. Books on the Charles features original art work from 15 notable New England picture book illustrators, including Rob Bolster, Robin Brickman, David Hyde Costello, Jef Czekaj, Leslie Evans, Wayne Geehan, Jamie Hogan, Tim Jones, Brian Lies, Judy Love, Ralph Masiello, David McPhail, Alan Witschonke and Nicole Wong. Visitors to the gallery will be able to enjoy the art and read the books the illustrations were created for--with many of the pieces for sale, you can own an original artwork from a favorite picture book.
The Opening Reception for "Books on the Charles" with artists in attendance takes place at the Belmont Gallery of Art on Sunday, April 13, 2-5pm. Other special exhibit events include art-making workshops with Leslie Evans and Ralph Masiello and a visit with author/illustrator Jef Czekaj during April School Vacation week at the Belmont Public Library. Please visit the Belmont Gallery of Art's website: wwwbelmontgallery.org for more information/full list of programs.