The Picture Book Book
The Art of Seymour Chwast
1st Edition
Published on 2. June 2026
Book
Hardback
192 pages
978-3-96704-239-9 (ISBN)
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Seymour Chwast, legendary co-founder of Push Pin Studios, reinvented how we see and read picture books. The Picture Book Book gathers over 40 of his works, curated by Steven Heller, and offers a rare look at his playful, incisive approach to visual storytelling. From bold graphics to sly wit, Chwast's books expanded the boundaries of design and children's literature alike. As a collectible volume, it bridges gestalten and Little Gestalten-celebrating visual culture that is both sophisticated and accessible.
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SEYMOUR CHWAST (*1931), co-founder of Push Pin Studios, is a pioneer of modern graphic design. His work is held by MoMA, the Louvre, and major museums worldwide. With awards including the 2023 Cooper Hewitt Design Visionary honor, he remains a defining voice in illustration and visual culture.
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STEVEN HELLER, a former longtime New York Times art director, co-chair and co-founder emeritus of SVA's MFA Designer as Entrepreneur program, is the author, co-author, or editor of 200 books on design and culture. He is a recipient of the Smithsonian National Design Award for "Design Mind" and AIGA Medal for Lifetime Achievement.
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