BBC Series: The Secret of Drawing

'This four part series, presented by Andrew Graham-Dixon, explores how drawing has shaped our lives. Join him to discover the history of drawing and its relevance to the modern world.' via BBC

View Episodes 1-4 here

// The Secret of Drawing

1: The Line of Enquiry
2: Storylines
3: All in the Mind
4: Drawing by Design

New Website Dedicated to the History of Illustration

The Norman Rockwell Museum has just launched a new website History of Illustration. It is a dedicated resource that covers a wide range of artists and genres.



Saturday August 15th the Norman Rockwell Museum will be live streaming the launch party on YouTube here:

// History of Illustration Website Launch Party

Telling Stories: Norman Rockwell from the Collections of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg

You can view the Lucas and Spielberg collection here:

// Slideshow: Norman Rockwell from the Collections of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg











Drawing Inspiration: Norman Rockwell in Stockbridge

This short documentary features some great comparisons between Rockwells' photographic references/models and final paintings

Alfred Stieglitz: The Eloquent Eye (1999)

An eyeopening documentary about Alfred Stieglitz and his contributions to modern art. Really worth a look/listen.

More info about Stieglitz's studio
291 Fifth Avenue in New York City