Lois Ehlert

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• A creative family (2:30)

  Lois Ehlert grew up in a house where everybody seemed to be making things. Watch this video clip to learn more about her artistic upbringing.

• Nothing more sensible (1:00)

  Lois Ehlert's parents supported her artistic interests as a young girl and as a young adult.

• Still working its magic (2:30)

  The old card table that Lois Ehlert used as a young girl accompanied her through art school and into her adult life. Recently, children visiting the Milwaukee Art Museum used the same table for drawing their own pictures.

• The flow of art and text (2:30)

  As a graphic designer, Lois Ehlert has enjoyed the freedom of writing, illustrating, and designing her own books.

• Not satisfied with sequels (:45)

  As an artist, Lois Ehlert prefers to experiment and develop a unique personality for each of her books.

• Oddball skills (1:30)

  She is an artist who isn't afraid to wire, sew, glue, cut, paint, or photograph. Watch this video clip to learn how she absorbed some of these skills.

• You're the person in the book (2:00)

  Whether it's planting a garden or making vegetable soup, Lois Ehlert likes to encourage interaction and participation from readers.

• The next generation (2:30)

  When Lois Ehlert gives workshops for children, she spreads out a wide array of art supplies on the tables. Not surprisingly, she also encourages kids to bring everyday supplies from home.