Join renowned historian Leonard Marcus and journalist Eve Kahn in conversation about his recently published book Pictured Worlds. In this wide-ranging illustrated talk Leonard will share some of his favorite discoveries about the first books we know in life and how the genre of the illustrated children's book developed and flourished around the world across…
Artists of all skill levels are invited for figure drawing at the Society of Illustrators. Model will be nude. Chairs and sketch boards will be provided, but artists should come prepared with their own art materials. Guests are also invited to enjoy their favorite cocktail at our 128 Bar & Bistro. Please note, doors for this…
Join author and New Yorker cartoonist Lila Ash and illustrator and cartoonist Jeremy Nguyen for a conversation about Ash’s new book Decodependence: A Romantic Tragicomic, a vulnerable and funny graphic memoir about her attempts to decode her life's relationships through the lens of her recovering codependency. Through her skillful, charming illustrations and a voice that…
Join award-winning illustrator Anita Kunz and Director of American Illustration and American Photography (AI-AP) Mark Heflin as they discuss Kunz’s new book Striking a Pose: A Handy Guide to the Male Nude. Inspired by her own art students’ struggles and triumphs with nude life drawing, Anita Kunz turned her brushes to nearly 150 speculative portraits…
Join New Yorker Cartoonist Emily Flake and Standup Comedian Chloe Radcliffe for a conversation about Emily’s new project, Joke in a Box: How to Write and Draw Jokes (Simon & Schuster). Designed as an at-home version of New Yorker cartoonist Emily Flake’s popular workshop, Joke in a Box will provide a gateway into the craft…
Artists of all skill levels are invited for figure drawing at the Society of Illustrators, curated by Anthony Kieran. Models will be costumed, showcasing big sculptural archival jewelry pieces on loan from Alexis Bittar. The selection of Alexis Bittar bangles, bracelets, necklaces, handbags, earrings and more will be modeled by actors Ahmad Maksoud and Megh Dixon. Chairs…
Illustration by Felicita Sala from As Night Falls: Creatures That Go Wild After Dark Gold Medal Winner, The Original Art 2023 The Society of Illustrators invites you to attend the Awards Ceremony and Reception for The Original Art 2023, celebrating the fine art of children's book illustration. Thursday, November 9, 2023 Gold and Silver Medal…
The Society of Illustrators welcomes award winning author and illustrator Fiona Woodcock from London, England. Fiona will be featuring her latest picture book Silver Linings, a funny story about friendship, overcoming anxiety and staying positive. Pip and Parker are best friends who do everything together. When Pip makes a mistake, Parker is always there to…
Join us for a panel discussion with moderator Steven Guarnaccia who will be joined by Grazia Gotti, curator of the exhibition; Maria Russo, editorial director of Minerva and minedition and former children’s book editor of the New York Times Book Review, and illustrators Irene Rinaldi and Andrea Antinori, in a lively discussion about the exhibition…
Artists of all skill levels are invited for figure drawing at the Society of Illustrators. Model will be nude. Chairs and sketch boards will be provided, but artists should come prepared with their own art materials. Guests are also invited to enjoy their favorite cocktail at our 128 Bar & Bistro. Please note, doors for this…
Illustration by Dominic Bodden The Society of Illustrators invites you to attend the opening reception of the Members Open 'WIP'. Work-in-progress, or ‘WIP’ will be a step-by-step exhibit revealing the intriguing illustration process from initial client assignment, to thumbnails, to the finished printed artwork. The exhibition will show the wide spectrum of approaches and methods…
Presented monthly, Saturday Stories invites guest illustrators to lead children and their adult companions in a read-aloud workshop related to the wide range of materials and processes that illustrators use to create their picture books. Meet award winning illustrator Felicita Sala in her studio in Rome. Felicita is The Society of Illustrators 2023 Original Art…
Light Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas, Longer Poses! Artists of all skill levels are invited for Saturday figure drawing at the Society of Illustrators, hosted by Johnny Dombrowski and modeled by Tomomi Egawa. Chairs and sketch boards will be provided, but artists should come prepared with their own art materials. Guests are also invited to enjoy a…
Artists of all skill levels are invited for figure drawing at the Society of Illustrators. Model will be nude. Chairs and sketch boards will be provided, but artists should come prepared with their own art materials. Guests are also invited to enjoy their favorite cocktail at our 128 Bar & Bistro. Please note, doors for this…
The Society of Illustrators is excited to announce a new holiday tradition based on the popular centuries-old European open-air markets. Spend a day with friends and family at the Society’s museum while holiday shopping for crafts brought to you by our talented creators. Traditional treats and beverages will be available to enjoy while browsing three…