‘The best stories never end …

They keep going on inside you.’

Ursula Dubosarsky, March of the Ants

Dive in and explore the wonder of picture books. Meet some familiar faces and make new friends as you explore the richness of the Library’s collections.

Each artist has their own creative processes that give their books a distinctive look and feel. When we view their early sketches, we can see how their inspiration evolves into final illustrations.

Discover the inspiration and creative process behind the finished product and learn how to ‘look closely’ and uncover the hidden meaning in the illustrations.

Imagine ... the Wonder of Picture Books