Something Else Entirely: The Illustration Art of Edward Gorey

The Society of Illustrators is excited to announce the opening of a new exhibition, Something Else Entirely: The Illustration Art of Edward Gorey, celebrating the centenary of the birth of artist and writer Edward Gorey (1925-2000).

Known for his obsessively detailed pen and ink drawings, Edward Gorey published more than one hundred titles himself and illustrated hundreds of works by other authors in books and periodicals. Works by classic authors came alive when illuminated by Gorey’s art, and modern authors greeted the news that their work was to be illustrated by Gorey with enthusiasm. His distinctive drawing style illuminated a diverse range of projects, from The New York Times editorial page to innumerable children’s books, always maintaining his distinctive perspective and unique artistry.

This exhibition showcases more than 80 original illustrations curated from the archive of The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust, San Diego State University, and several noted private collections. This is the first exhibition devoted exclusively to Gorey’s art for publications outside his own written body of work. Most of these pieces have never been publicly exhibited before.