PICTURES TELLING STORIES THE ART OF ROBERT INGPEN This catalog is about how illustrations help to tell the stories of the written texts they accompany. The distinguished Australian illustrator Robert Ingpen has been chosen to explore the role of illustration in story because of his outstanding mastery of the art and his long experience. In his 30-year career, internationally accomplished artist Robert Ingpen has illustrated more than 100 books for children and adults. In 1986 he was awarded the highest honor in the children’s book world, the Hans Christian Andersen Medal, for his lasting contributions to children’s literature. This handsome 112-page volume collects scores of beautifully reproduced paintings and sketches from dozens of Mr. Ingpen’s best known books, surveying a long and fruitful career. Including an introduction, commentary, and Robert Ingpen’s own descriptions of his work, this deluxe retrospective is a welcome addition to any art lover’s book collection.