Ed Young’s Bright Worlds: Gesture and Feeling in 60 Years of Picture Books for Children
ExhibitionMay 14, 2026 – Jan 24, 2027
Original artwork from 15 picture books meets personal sketchbooks in the first U.S. retrospective of illustrator Ed Young.
Who's Involve
Ed YoungPerformer
Description
Spanning six decades of work by illustrator Ed Young (1931–2023), the exhibition highlights pieces drawn from his personal story and Chinese folktales. Alongside original book art, the display pairs sketchbooks with family photos and personal effects, tracing how his intimate storytelling and visual approach took shape over his career.