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Picture Books You'll Wish You Could Frame [SHOWING SLIDE 7 OF 10]

The first and most important job of a picture-book illustration is to tell a story, of course—to take either a written or an implied narrative and give it depth, breadth, visual richness of meaning. But a picture-book illustration is also a piece of art all by itself. From the collages of Christiane Krömer to the woodcuts of Ashley Wolff, from the watercolored etchings of Arthur Geisert to the traditional Gond patterns of Bhajju Shyam and more, the range of media and styles offers what many museums do. We've gathered a handful of recent books that offer illustrations you might find yourself wishing you could cut out of the book and put into frames. by Arthur Geisert, illustrated by Arthur Geisert
"Though children might need some reassurance, this beautifully nuanced meditation on the power of nature—and community resilience—will reward repeat readings. (Picture book. 4-8)"
A powerful summer storm careens through a Midwestern farming community in six hours, leaving an uneven wake of destruction. Read full book review >