The other day I learned about The Illustration Cupboard – a gallery here in London specializing in the exhibition and sale of contemporary book illustration artwork. And then I learned about the current exhibition: Booktrust’s top 10 best new Illustrators. And finally, I learned that the very talented Oliver Jeffers is (of course) one of the top 10 illustrators.

Brilliant! I had to see it. (You know how I’m obsessed with Oliver Jeffers). So I gathered up my troops (even my very interested husband) and paid a little visit.

It’s really cool, especially if you’re familiar with the illustrators and their books: Alexis Deacon and original artwork from Slow Loris, Polly Dunbar and artwork from Penguin, Catherine Rayner and artwork from Augustus and His Smile, Oliver Jeffers with artwork from The Incredible Book Eating Boy, and others.

The Best New Illustrators exhibition runs until May 3rd. And from May 5-10 there will be an exhibition devoted entirely to Oliver Jeffer’s original artwork, with a book signing on May 10th at 3:00 pm. I’m so there!

Admission is free, appointments aren’t necessary, and kids are welcomed!

-Courtney