To Begin Again: Artists and Childhood

Explore Childhood Through the Eyes of Artists! Discover how some of the world’s most celebrated artists — from Paul Klee and Mierle Laderman Ukeles to Faith Ringgold and Deborah Roberts — have explored childhood themes of imagination, innocence, spontaneity, and storytelling in To Begin Again: Artists and Childhood.

Published with the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston, this beautifully curated catalog takes you on a journey through over a century of art, revealing how artists depict and engage with children, their creativity, and unique ways of seeing the world. From collaborative projects to works that mimic children’s drawings or storytelling, each piece offers a fresh perspective on how childhood shapes culture, society, and our understanding of early development.

Featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Mona Hatoum, Glenn Ligon, Faith Ringgold, Deborah Roberts, and many more, this book showcases a rich diversity of experiences, voices, and creative approaches. It highlights how time, place, economics, race, and representation influence the ways we understand childhood. Perfect for art lovers, educators, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of creativity and early life, To Begin Again is more than a catalog — it’s an invitation to see the world through the eyes of artists and children alike.

A must-have for your art library, inspiring curiosity, imagination, and reflection on the beauty of childhood.

Details 

• Hardcover 
• 280 Pages with 140 Illustrations
• Dimension: 9.5in x 6.8in x 1.3in