My Visit to the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

Over the long weekend, I went to check out the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art on the Hampshire College campus.  I've wanted to visit this special place for a long time, so I was very excited to finally make it there.  

In addition to having displays showing Eric Carle's work, the museum also featured another favorite artist, Mo Willems, of "Knufflebunny" and "Don't let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" fame.  

The entry hall of the museum is decorated with his painted murals by Eric Carle. 

Kids love to explore the giant Very Hungry Caterpillar.  That's my niece, Samantha, on the left.

The art studio is filled with materials and project to inspire young artists.  The sun was perfect during our visit to show off these beautiful texture pieces. 

Art inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar 

Mark and Willis get CREATIVE! 

Great advice and inspiration for all artists

Colorful artwork everywhere! 

My Artful Vacation

Since I am reluctantly taking this season off from skiing, my husband and I were looking for a winter get-away during my February vacation.  We decided to take a quick trip to New York City.  As an art teacher, this visit turned out to be incredibly inspirational.   It was a thrill to see so many works of art that I teach about up close and personal!  

We visited the Metrolopolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art,  and The Scandinavia House 

Visit my Google Art Project collection from the Met and the MoMA - click here

If you can't make it to a museum, www.googleartproject.com is a really neat way to explore the collections from your computer at home.