BACKGROUND & BIO Abilene is so much a part of Trish Dressen that it seems strange, even to her, that Abilene isn’t part of her address. She, her husband, Jeff, and their three children live in Buffalo Gap. Trish makes the short commute every morning to Abilene where she is the executive director of the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, a position she … [Read more...]
Caldecott Medal Winner Shares His Artistic Journey in NCCIL Exhibit
By Debbie Lillick, executive director of the NCCIL Writer and illustrator Allen Say credits a constantly changing childhood for the birth of his successful career. Say, who was born in Yokohama, Japan, in 1937, said his family moved often during his childhood, and to cope with the constant transition of homes and schools, he escaped into reading and drawing. Today, … [Read more...]
BAM! It’s a Picture Book!
Artwork from four of the most popular artists in the graphic novel genre will go on display this fall in downtown Abilene. The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature is pleased to showcase the art behind graphic novels this fall in our exhibition, “BAM!! It’s A Picture Book.” Graphic novels have become a popular genre among young readers and are known for … [Read more...]
NCCIL: Mind Benders
The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL) is a vital and integral part of Abilene’s Downtown District, bringing award winning artwork from children’s picture books to the community. The first and only museum of its kind in the country, the NCCIL exhibits, tours, collects and preserves original art from the finest children’s literature. This June the … [Read more...]
The Fantastic World of Dan Yaccarino
The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL) opened The Fantastic World of Dan Yaccarino on February 9, 2012, featuring the works of artist Dan Yaccarino. The exhibit will be on display until May 26, 2012. Dan Yaccarino is an award-winning artist whose work has been featured in magazines, ad campaigns, and animation worldwide. Having written and … [Read more...]