Museum Connections 2027

Activity / Nomenclature

MS - Publishing

About us

Léon art & stories, company founded in 2012 Head office: 8 Allée de l'Huisne, 72530 Yvré-l'Evêque Publisher of art books for children Mission: to imagine art from a child's perspective, opening up horizons across diverse eras and cultures. "Art should be given to the child just as the alphabet is given to them." – A. Malraux Two original collections: - Mini Léon – Bilingual (French-English): an artistic and linguistic passport for ages 4 and up, covering varied themes such as nature, animals, the sea, and major cities, guided by an endearing, curious, and playful chameleon. - Art-Fiction – Novelized art stories that provide access to the worlds of great painters like Van Gogh, Hokusai, Rosa Bonheur, and Kandinsky... With Léon art & stories, fiction becomes a gateway to aesthetics. Educational resources available for free download on the website. Market and clientele: museum shops, artists' homes, bookstores, schools, libraries, and children's centers, catering to audiences with an appreciation for art, culture, and discovery, whether French or international (foreign rights sold). Collaborations with living artists (male and female), such as Sandy Skoglund and P.J. Crook... The exhibition "Des Images et des Histoires" (Images and Stories) presents the publishing house's origins, artistic journey, and core values—exploring its editorial line, graphic design choices, image rights issues, the history of color, and selected published titles. Léon art & stories has made strong commitments to sustainable development: • Designed in France; printed and manufactured in France and Belgium • Imprim'Vert certification • Printed on PEFC or FSC certified paper

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Gallery Photos & Videos

Mini Léon and Art-Fiction
Mini Léon series
Art-Fiction series
Educational materials
A sample teaching resource