Award-winning author Mara Rockliff will share a special presentation for her new picture book biography: Signs of Hope: The Revolutionary Art of Sister Corita Kent, illustrated by Melissa Sweet. Sister Corita Kent, the “pop art nun,” burst onto the 1960s art scene with splashes of color and ad slogans transformed into messages of love, hope, peace, and justice. Mara will discuss her inspiration behind the book and writing process, read from Signs of Hope, take questions from the audience and share an activity related to the book for kids!
Book signing to follow program. Can’t make the event? You may reserve signed books online.
