A Hidden Gem: 1963 Illustration by Maurice Sendak
In March 1963, Ladies Home Journal featured a short story by Paul Darcy Boles, illustrated by Maurice Sendak, about a lion.
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Douglass Crockwell’s Mid-Century Beer Illustrations
Douglass Crockwell illustrated ads for the US Brewers Foundation, capturing Americana and social gatherings.
Trump, Eisenhower, and a 1952 Budweiser Inauguration Day Message
A 72 year old Budweiser ad gives us advise on this historic day as Donald Trump takes office after a landslide victory.
Exploring 1950s Women’s Magazines: Art and Fiction
In the 1950s, women’s magazines provided entertainment, showcasing short stories and illustrations from emerging authors and artists.
10 Iconic Love-Inspired Ads from the 1950s and 1960s
The content highlights love-themed vintage advertisements from mid-century women’s magazines, celebrating romance and nostalgia.
1960 – Cameo Shapemaker Hose
In a 1960s ad, Cameo Shapemaker Stockings are praised, highlighting the era’s fashion and social norms around hosiery.
1956 – Illustration by Mike Ludlow
Downloadable Christmas Story Included
1951 – Illustration by Stan Klimley
For short story titled “Yes, there is an Easter Bunny”
Christmas Illustrations by Fredric Varaday
The author discusses and appreciates Fredric Varady’s Christmas-themed illustrations from the 1952 Today’s Woman magazine and other publications.
1960 – Illustration by Austin Briggs
Mid-century illustration for McCalls magazine
1956 – Illustration by Earl Goodenow
Illustration for short story titled By the Chimney with Care
1952 – Illustration by Al Werner
For short story titled The Prodigal by Mary Brinker Post
1952 – Illustration by Al Moore
This illustration is 70 years old this month
Exploring Coby Whitmore’s Christmas Art from 1960
The post highlights mid-century women’s magazine Christmas illustrations, featuring Coby Whitmore’s work alongside stories by Irene Kampen, showcasing nostalgia from December 1960.
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