Terrible Yellow Eyes

I have already mentioned my love for the work of Maurice Sendak several times on Studio Kiekje (see here and here). Yesterday was Mr. Sendak's birthday, and I discovered that there is a blog, called Terrible Yellow Eyes which features artwork inspired by the wonderful "Where the Wild Things Are".

Cory Godbey, the creator of the blog, describes its goal, "Simply put, like a visual love letter to the book, with Terrible Yellow Eyes I am seeking to celebrate and promote the original masterwork by Maurice Sendak in the best way I know how -- with pictures."

 

(art by Sarah Caterisano, who also has a blog)

I know I've said it before, but "Where the Wild Things Are" is so special to me. I loved it as a child, and I think it was one of the many books which informed both my love for reading and my love of art. (And let's not forget, the "wild rumpus"!)I never thought about what it might mean to other people - as a kid, you always think your treasures are all your own. But now that I'm older I'm not at all surprised to discover that many artists have been inspired by Sendak's work. I think it truly is a classic which adults may hold in just as high (if not higher!) regard as kids.

(art by Cedar Leidigh)

I am so looking forward to the movie (my expectations are high, Mr. Jonze!)

Comments

[puglyfeet]

Mr. Jonze has a blog @ Where the Wild Things Are... http://weloveyouso.com/

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