Picturing the World: The Art of Alice and Martin Provensen, November 18, 2005 - March 12, 2006 Exhibition Poster, 18" x 24"

By Nancy Willard
Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen

"The Well-Tempered Book" by Nancy Willard.
Catalog Design by Rita Marshall.
23 Illustrations, Paper, 32 pages.
1,000 copies, First Edition.

From "Acknowledgments" by H. Nichols B. Clark.
"We are delighted to present the exhibition, Picturing the World: The Art of Alice and Martin Provensen, and we recognize that much of what is on view constitutes a seamless collaboration between Alice and her late husband Martin. During a project, they passed works back and forth, so that their hands are virtually inseparable. Since Martin's death in 1987, Alice has continued to create wonderful books. They cover a broad spectrum of subject matter, crossing time and space. Her independent books retain the affinity for a flow and sequence of image both she and Martin learned in the animation studios during the 1940s. Of equal importance, their books forged an ongoing passion for untutored naive art - from Edward Hicks to Douanier Rousseau - that reflect the simple, rural life the Provensens embraced in the 1950s."

The Caldecott Medal winning true story of the Louis Beleriot's glorious flight acoss the English Channel on July 25, 1909, when he demonstrated to the world that barriers of land and sea no longer existed for the airplane.

By Alice Provensen
Illustrated by Alice Provensen

Eureka! In 1897 gold was discovered in the Klondike, setting off a wave of gold fever. Thousands of prospectors trekked northward in the hopes of finding fortune. Based on the true story of one young prospector, this book traces the grueling journey through the mountains and up the Yukon River to claim a stake and dig for gold. Using a unique triptych format to showcase the action, Caldecott winning illustrator Alice Provensen tells the tale of the rugged adventurers who braved the harsh conditions and risked incredible odds, all the for slim chance of striking it rich.

By Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen

First published in 1949, this adorable counting story featuring a fuzzy little duckling who meets animals on his stroll through the countryside is as delightful as ever.

By Nancy Willard
Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen

Inspired by William Blake's work, Nancy Willard has written a book of magical poems about life at an imaginary inn, run by none other than William Blake himself. The inn is staffed by two mighty dragons that brew and bake, two angels that wash and shake featherbeds, and a rabbit who shows visitors to their rooms. Among the remarkable guests are the Man in the Marmalade Hat, the King of Cats who writes his wife not to "grow fat like a common kitchen cat," and two sunflowers who demand a room with a view. The flawlessly crafted illustrations by Alice and Martin Provensen reflect their deep love for William Blake and the London in which he lived. Together, text and illustrations combine to create a once-in-a-lifetime book that will be cherished by readers of all ages. Winner of the Newbery Medal and a Caldecott Honor Book.

Illustrated by William Steig, Margot and Kaethe Zemach, Chris Van Allsburg, Ashley Bryan, Alice and Martin Provensen

Set of six posters from the Carle's most recent exhibits, including:

• Heart and Humor: The Picture Book Art of William Steig
• Dancing Line and Merry Color: The Worlds of Margot and Kaethe Zemach
• The Mysteries of Chris Van Allsburg
• The Picture Book Made New: Margaret Wise Brown and Her Illustrators
• Painter and Poet: The Wonderful World of Ashley Bryan
• Picturing the World: The Art of Alice and Martin Provensen

*For a limited time, set also includes free poster, Petra Mathers: Lottie's New Beach Towel.

By Alice and Martin Provensen
Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen

Who lives at Maple Hill Farm? Two dogs, five horses, a pig, some geese, lots of chickens, a few cows, a few goats, several sheep, and four special cats - these are the animals at Maple Hill Farm. With simple text that is both affectionate and wry, and irresistible illustrations that burst with personality, Alice and Martin Provensen bring their barnyard friends to life for the delight of animal lovers both young and old.

By Alice and Martin Provensen
Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen

This is a book about farm animals, and what happens during one year on a farm. In January, the cows stay in the barnyard, and the chickens don't lay many eggs. By March, you can tell spring is coming: the barn is filled with baby animals. Month by month, the animals at Maple Hill Farm sense the changing seasons and respond to the changes. Through gently humorous text and charming illustrations, Alice and Martin Provensen capture one year at their beloved Maple Hill Farm in a way sure to delight city slickers and country folk alike.