Back in the summer a few members of the book group visited a local gallery to see an exhibition of children's book illustrations.
Escape to Wonderland exhibition
With artwork by some of the most famous and talented illustrators in the world such as John Tenniel (Alice in Wonderland), EH Shepherd (Winnie the Pooh), Quentin Blake (iconic Roald Dahl illustrator), Nick Sharrat (instantly recognisable from Jacqueline Wilson's books), Lauren Child (Clarice Bean, Charlie and Lola), Mick Inkpen (Kipper, Wibbly Pig), David McKee (Elmer), Chris Riddell, Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar) and many more, this was a magical exhibition.
As it was coming to a close, we decided to go back for one last look. There were a few extra exhibits added since our last visit, a Christmas section with some beautiful paper engineering and a cell from Raymond Briggs' The Snowman film.
We also learned that Cicely Mary Barker who wrote and illustrated the Flower Fairies books was educated at home and taught herself to paint!
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