The Art of Dr. Seuss: Rare Editions Event

The Art of Dr. Seuss: RARE EDITIONS EVENT

Art Leaders Gallery
MARCH 1st – 31st, 2016

OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, MARCH 5th
BETWEEN 10AM – 7PM
Refreshments Will Be Served All Day

PR Contact: Bonnie Mansour or Mary Williams - 248-539-0262

From March 5th through March 31st, Art Leaders Gallery of West Bloomfield will present “The Art of Dr. Seuss – Rare Editions Event”. Celebrating the artistic legacy of Theodor Seuss Geisel, this exhibit will feature one of the largest selections of now-rare editions from the Secret Art, Unorthodox Taxidermy Sculpture and Archive Collections. With over 70 works of art on display, this exhibition offers an extraordinary look into the artistic life of ‘Dr. Seuss’ with a focus on his private collection of paintings and sculptures created throughout his nearly 70 years of artistic innovation.

Artist representative, Bonnie Mansour will be present at Art Leaders Gallery for the opening reception of the exhibit, March 5th, as well as throughout the month to provide insights into Geisel’s artistic life, his unique vision and his impact on American culture. Exhibition curator, William Dreyer is available for phone interviews at (847-564-2000 ext. 26).

About the Artist: Theodor Seuss Geisel (American, 1904–1991)

Theodor Seuss Geisel, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss, began his career as a little known editorial cartoonist in the 1920’s. His intriguing perspective and fresh concepts ignited his career, and his work evolved quickly to deft illustrations, modeled sculpture and sophisticated oil paintings of elaborate imagination.

Dr. Seuss is currently best known as one of the most beloved and bestselling children’s authors of all time, having written and illustrated classics such as The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham and How The Grinch Stole Christmas! Geisel was also a political cartoonist for PM magazine during World War II, as well as a contributing illustrator for Vanity Fair and Life. He had a long, successful advertising career; he was an Academy Award winner for his wartime documentaries, as well as his animated short film, “Gerald McBoing Boing.” Today his paintings hang in fine art galleries along side Old and Contemporary Masters including Picasso, Degas, Renoir and others.

His unique artistic vision emerged as the golden thread which linked every facet of his varied career, and his artwork became the platform from which he delivered 44 children’s books, over 400 World War II political cartoons, hundreds of advertisements, and countless editorials filled with wonderfully inventive animals, characters and clever humor. Geisel single-handedly forged a new genre of art that falls somewhere between the Surrealist Movement of the early 20th Century and the inspired nonsense of a child’s classroom doodle.

About Our Fine Art Gallery

Art Leaders Gallery, voted “Michigan’s Best Fine Art Gallery” is located in the heart of West Bloomfield. This full service fine art gallery is the destination for all your art and custom picture framing needs. Our extensive inventory of art includes styles ranging from contemporary to traditional. The gallery represents international, national and emerging new talent as well as local Michigan artists. Our enticing 10,000 square foot show room is filled with original oil paintings, limited editions, sculptures, hand-blown glass, unique home accessories and gift items. Known and respected, Art Leaders Gallery offers personalized in-home art consultations and is one of the leading residential and corporate art dealers in Michigan. With over 20 years experience in our field, we are the #1 source for all your artwork needs. We’ve developed lasting relationships with our clientele, artists and business associates. We travel worldwide to provide a collection that embodies the most exceptional artists.

Art Leaders Gallery Details:

· Location: 33086 Northwestern Hwy. West Bloomfield, MI 48322

· Hours: Monday – Saturday from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.

· Information: 248-539-0262 - www.ArtLeaders.com - info@ArtLeaders.com

· Admission: Free