Miffy tires herself out by trying all the different games at the playground in this classic picture book by Dick Bruna. Father and Mother Bunny take Miffy to the playground. She plays on the swings, hangs on the rings and has fun on the high bar before they all enjoy a drink of juice. On the way home Miffy’s so worn out she falls fast asleep. Miffy is among the most iconic of all classic children’s characters. Dick Bruna’s most popular creation was first conceived in 1955 and since then his books have gone on to sell more than 80 million copies in 40 different languages. In this hardback storybook a whole new generation of readers are able to fall in love with the little white bunny.
Never before has the work of Dick Bruna been presented in an international art-historical context. Author Caro Verbeek researched art-historical connections to Matisse, Léger and several other artists – selecting works from the Rijksmuseum’s collection of prints to highlight the affinities. By juxtaposing his creations with the work of the artists who inspired him, influence and inspiration become clear at a glance. A separate chapter sheds light on the design process of Miffy. Nowhere is Bruna’s craftsmanship, patience and skill at using colour to create spatiality in a two-dimensional space more evident than in his? at first sight, simple? creation of the world-famous rabbit. This stunningly designed book is an essential art-historical introduction to the work of the renowned graphic designer.00Exhibition: Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, The Netherlands (27.08.2015 - 15.11.2015).
A fascinating introduction to the art and techniques of the illustrator Dick Bruna, who created Miffy, called “one of the most recognizable characters in the world” by the New York Times. By the time Dutch artist Dick Bruna retired, he was an international star, far beyond the sphere of children’s books, and his creation, Miffy, had become a global sensation, translated into more than 50 languages. Fellow illustrator Bruce Ingman takes readers behind the scenes of the work of Dick Bruna, who created some of the world’s most endearing children’s characters. Offering a deeper appreciation of the artistry and skill behind the international icon Miffy, also reveals Bruna’s lesser- known works, including his striking book and poster designs. Inspired by Fernand Léger and Henri Matisse, Bruna’s clearly defined use of line, color, and text, confirmed that for him, the illustration and book design processes were inseparable. Ingman shows us how the elegant simplicity of Bruna’s illustrations appeals to children, artists, and designers alike, and how he gained devoted fans across ages and artistic disciplines. With an illustrator’s insight, this book celebrates Bruna along with his influences. A glimpse into his studio reveals a man of many media, including drawing, painting, collage, and photography. All the elements of Bruna’s extensive body of work, spanning book covers, posters, stamps, and merchandise, are given space in this illuminating study of his stunningly successful career.
Miffy learns all about art in this classic picture book by Dick Bruna. Father Bunny thinks that Miffy is too small to go to an art gallery, but she persuades him to let her come along with him and Mother Bunny. Miffy sees paintings, a mobile and even a stone statue, which is all very exciting. Miffy soon decides that she wants to be an artist when she grows up. Miffy is among the most iconic of all classic children’s characters. Dick Bruna’s most popular creation was first conceived in 1955 and since then his books have gone on to sell more than 80 million copies in 40 different languages. In this hardback storybook a whole new generation of readers are able to fall in love with the little white bunny.
