In The East Gallery
Drawings from the Heart: Tomie dePaola Turns 75
July 3 - November 1, 2009
In celebration of Tomie dePaola’s 75th birthday, The Carle is organizing a major retrospective of his career, Drawings from the Heart: Tomie dePaola Turns 75. Curated by renowned authority of children’s literature and biographer of Tomie dePaola, Barbara Elleman, the exhibition will comprise works from his favorite books such as Strega Nona: An Original Tale, Bill and Pete to the Rescue, and Big Anthony and the Magic Ring as well as examples of his non-picture book art. Themes will include characters, personified animals, and heart motifs. The exhibition will explore the artist’s profound appreciation of design and art history to underscore his diverse talents.
Support for this exhibition has been provided by Penguin Young Readers Group.
Members Only Event
Drawings from the Heart: Tomie dePaola Turns 75
Exhibition Opening Reception
July 18, 2009
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an intimate Members' evening to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition Drawings from the Heart: Tomie dePaola Turns 75. The event includes complimentary appetizers and drink ticket, a conversation between Tomie dePaola and guest curator Barbara Elleman, and the chance to win exhibition-related items in our free drawing. Members RSVP to Jennifer Darling at (413) 658-1104 or membership@ carlemuseum.org.
Support for this exhibition is courtesy of Penguin Young Readers Group, a division of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.
In The Auditorium
Making the Invisible Visible:
From Ideas to Illustration
with Tomie dePaola
July 19, 2009
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Join Tomie dePaola as he takes us through the development of a picture book including the stories behind an idea and the creation of the art that illustrates it.
Book signing to follow*
*Limit 2 books from home (additional books can be purchased in the Museum Shop). No board books, please.
Special Event
Private Tour with Tomie dePaola:
In Person and On the Wall
July 19, 2009
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
$95 (Members $85)
A program to benefit the Carle! Tomie dePaola will lead a small group on a tour of the exhibition, Drawings From the Heart: Tomie dePaola Turns 75, to be followed by a wine and cheese reception. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold for this special event.
Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum Admissions Desk or by calling 413.658.1126.
In The Auditorium
Making the Invisible Visible:
From Ideas to Illustration
with Tomie dePaola
August 15, 2009
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Join Tomie dePaola as he takes us through the development of a picture book including the stories behind an idea and the creation of the art that illustrates it.
Book signing to follow*
*Limit 2 books from home (additional books can be purchased in the Museum Shop). No board books, please.
At The Museum
SOLD OUT!
Annual Educators’ Open House
with Tomie dePaola
October 15, 2009
4:30 - 7:00 pm
Free – All educators welcome!
1 PDP. Join your colleagues at the Museum for a special presentation by Tomie dePaola. Tour the dePaola exhibition, gather information on booking guided tours, explore resources on ways to enhance critical and creative thinking, and learn what’s happening at the Museum this Fall. Free materials for libraries and classrooms.
Light refreshments will be served.
4:30 - 5:30 pm Browse the Museum, enjoy refreshments in the Café, collect free materials for your classroom
5:30 - 6:30 Tomie dePaola presentation in the Auditorium
6:30 - 7:00 pm Tomie distributes bookplates; Museum Shop open; all other areas of Museum closed
Please note: Due to unforeseen health issues, Tomie dePaola has cancelled his tour for Strega Nona’s Harvest, but will still be attending all events scheduled at The Carle. The return of Tomie’s carpal tunnel syndrome required immediate surgery, and the recovery time is expected to be lengthy; therefore, in lieu of signing books Tomie will be handing out pre-printed signed bookplates while the bookplates last. Limit one book from home.
Space is limited. Reservations are required (413.658.1126)
In The Auditorium
Meet Tomie dePaola
October 17, 2009
2:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Space is limited! Due to popular demand, 150 tickets will be available on the day of the program on a first-come, first-served basis. Please plan to arrive early to secure a seat.
1 PDP. Hear from one of the most popular creators of children’s books as Tomie talks about his process and tells some of the stories behind his books. Known for his special way with color, line, detail, and design, he has been honing his skills since that day in kindergarten when he told his art teacher, “Real artists don’t copy!”
For more information about Tomie visit www.tomie.com.
Please note: Due to unforeseen health issues, Tomie dePaola has cancelled his tour for Strega Nona’s Harvest, but will still be attending all events scheduled at The Carle. The return of Tomie’s carpal tunnel syndrome required immediate surgery, and the recovery time is expected to be lengthy; therefore, in lieu of signing books Tomie will be handing out pre-printed signed bookplates while the bookplates last. Limit one book from home.
At The Museum
SOLD OUT!
Pancakes for Breakfast
with Tomie dePaola
October 18, 2009
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Adults $10 (Members $6), Children $5 (Members $3), Family of Four $25 (Members $15)
An event to benefit the Carle!
First Seating at 9:00 am<
Second Seating at 10:15 am
Not only can Tomie write a book about pancakes, he can flip them too! Enjoy pancakes in the Café, a short dePaola film in the Auditorium, art-making in the Studio, and a storytime led by Tomie.
Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum Admissions Desk or by calling 413.658.1126.
For more information about Tomie visit www.tomie.com.
Please note: Due to unforeseen health issues, Tomie dePaola has cancelled his tour for Strega Nona’s Harvest, but will still be attending all events scheduled at The Carle. The return of Tomie’s carpal tunnel syndrome required immediate surgery, and the recovery time is expected to be lengthy; therefore, in lieu of signing books Tomie will be handing out pre-printed signed bookplates while the bookplates last. Limit one book from home.
Special Event
Strega Nona at the UMass Fine Arts Center
See Tomie dePaola's Strega Nona come to life at The Fine Arts Center in February!
Click here for more information.