
The "New Yorkistan" cover of ''The New Yorker''
'Maira Kalman' is an American illustrator, author, artist, and designer.
Kalman has lived in
New York City since age 4. She authored a series of books about Max Stravinsky, the poet-dog. She is well known for her iconic
New Yorker cover, with
Rick Meyerowitz,
New Yorkistan.
Kalman was married to the designer
Tibor Kalman until his death in 1999. Together, the two ran the design company M&Co, which remains successful today. Ms. Kalman now writes a monthly illustrated blog,
''The Principles of Uncertainty'' for
The New York Times on the M&Co website.
Kalman is also known for her work as illustrator of the popular English grammar text, ''
The Elements of Style'' and her authorship of many popular children's books.
Kalman is represented by the
Julie Saul Gallery in New York City.
External links
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Ms. Kalman's webpage
References
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''Eye'',
No. 47, Vol. 12, edited by John L. Walters, Quantum Publishing, Spring 2003.