Comments on: Gerald McDermott in Paris

By: valerie

valerie — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 03:35:40 +0000

dammit G, too soon
and too late for me to let you know!
as always
V

By: Lolly Robinson

Lolly Robinson — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:00:38 +0000

Thank you so much for these memories, Doug. Like Paul, I didn’t know him well but after a couple of meals and and a short coastal walk during an exhibition opening weekend in Monterey, he felt like a friend. I suspect he had the gift of finding common ground with whomever he spoke. I remember talking about myth and storytelling, Paris vs. the south of France, creative process, and print reproduction. But also about the sacred and profane aspects of Facebook, some juicy industry gossip, and not being afraid to reinvent oneself.

By: Ellen Mager

Ellen Mager — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:42:21 +0000

Doug, what a wonderful remembrance of Gerald! I was so so to hear of his passing. Aside from being lucky enough to know him and his magnificent work, I was so happy to have him visit at Booktenders twice and share his talent and stories with children of all ages.. He will be missed.

By: Paul Zelinsky

Paul Zelinsky — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:29:06 +0000

Doug, a very moving remembrance. Thank you. I was so sad to hear of Gerald’s death. I knew him only a little bit. One memorable day during a conference in Orlando Gerald came along with my wife and our then-only daughter to visit Disney World. I have a nice memory (and a nice, unexpected photograph) of all of us plummeting down Splash Mountain, each holding on in our own way.

By: Lee Bennett Hopkins

Lee Bennett Hopkins — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:50:54 +0000

Dear Doug: What a tremendous loss. Gerald was so damn strong. It’s hard to believe how quickly the disease took over. Hope all is going well with you,
Lee

By: Sarah Lamstein

Sarah Lamstein — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 03:08:57 +0000

So lovely to read this and be filled in on some of Gerald’s life. I last saw him several years ago in L.A. after many years of little contact. We were high school pals – I went with him to his senior prom. I loved his goofiness and later admired his talent and example in the world of children’s books.

By: Judy Sierra

Judy Sierra — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:08:02 +0000

Thank you for this, Doug. Long ago, when I was a shadow puppeteer doing arts residencies in New Mexico, I’d use Gerald’s books to inspire children’s art and performances. It was an honor to spend time with him, years later, and it’s good to read your account of his enduring spirit and artistry.

By: Constantina Kalimeris

Constantina Kalimeris — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:46:56 +0000

A very beautiful and touching tribute to an artist whose work I admire and has inspired me immensely. I hope there is a Paris in heaven for Gerald and for the rest of us who are so lovingly addicted to this artful city.

By: Ann Jacobus

Ann Jacobus — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:56:18 +0000

I’m sorry I never knew Gerald, but thank you for this wonderful portrait through your artist’s eyes, Doug.