Charley Harper (American, 1922–2007) Cardinals Consorting (detail) Each sheet features a decorative detail taken from the cover image.

• 80 unlined sheets with cover flap
• Always handy, perfect size for your pocket or purse
• Pages are easy to remove

Size: 3 x 5 x .375 in.

ISBN 9780764958526

Charley Harper

Midcentury modernist Charley Harper (American, 1922–2007) portrayed the natural world with heart and humor. In vivid colors and simple shapes, his cardinals, ladybugs, and clever critters have become icons of wildlife art. His illustrations were published in magazines and books, notably Ford Times and The Giant Golden Book of Biology. A longtime conservationist, Harper created posters for more than 50 nature- and conservation-oriented organizations. His US National Park Service posters—massive, requiring a year each to paint—showcase delightful depictions of entire ecosystems in a style he defined as “minimal realism.” In his adopted hometown of Cincinnati, his public works are the legacy of an artist truly beguiled by the wild, one whose art was a quiet catalyst for ecological action.